PW # 02-26/27 VHS N. HVAC REPLACEMENT PHASE 2

The Vineland Board of Education is set to award a single‑vendor contract for the Phase 2 partial replacement of the HVAC system at Vineland High School North. Four competitive sealed bids were received on 26 Feb 2026; Falasca Mechanical, LLC submitted the lowest responsible bid of $1,276,000, which is under the allocated budget, allowing the full scope (including the $290,000 South‑Wing alternate) to be performed. The award is pending legal review by the Board’s solicitor. • Scope: Complete replacement of HVAC equipment for the North campus (Phase 2), with an optional South‑Wing alternate that was not exercised. • Financials: Base bid $1,276,000; alternate $290,000 (not deducted); total contract value approx. $1.28 M. • Procurement: Full and open competition; four bidders; award based on lowest responsible bid; contingent on solicitor review. • Requirements: 10 % bid bond (max $20,000) from Everest Reinsurance; compliance with ADA, NJ Equal Employment Opportunity, political‑contribution disclosure, and non‑debarment certifications. • Key Contacts: Scott Musterel (Board Secretary), Daniel Falasca (Managing Partner, Falasca Mechanical).