Atlantic County Utilities Authority - Supply and Deliver Virgin Mulch - ITB 2026-ITB-33 (2026)
Atlantic County Utilities AuthorityUtility District · Pleasantville, NJ- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- 11 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Rebecca Turygan
- (609) 833-1011
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Atlantic County Utilities Authority is seeking bids to supply and deliver virgin mulch products to the Howard "Fritz" Haneman Environmental Park located at 6700 Delilah Road, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234. The contract term is one year with an optional twelve-month extension, covering a total maximum of 11,500 cubic yards including virgin brown hardwood, virgin black hardwood, virgin natural hardwood, virgin red hardwood, and certified playground mulch. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with a question submission deadline of October 15, 2026. Bidders must provide a 5 lb material sample with their bid proposal, submit SDS sheets for colored mulches, provide proof of certification for playground mulch, and supply a certified check or bid bond in the amount of 10% of the total bid not to exceed $20,000.
Virgin Brown Hardwood, Virgin Black Hardwood, Virgin Natural Hardwood (NOT Standard Hardwood), Virgin Red Hardwood, Certified Playground Mulch
Lowest base bid, combination of base bid with selected options, unit prices
SUMMARY
The Atlantic County Utilities Authority is seeking bids to supply and deliver virgin mulch products to the Howard "Fritz" Haneman Environmental Park located at 6700 Delilah Road, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234.
The contract term is one year with an optional twelve-month extension, covering a total maximum of 11,500 cubic yards including virgin brown hardwood, virgin black hardwood, virgin natural hardwood, virgin red hardwood, and certified playground mulch. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with a question submission deadline of October 15, 2026. Bidders must provide a 5 lb material sample with their bid proposal, submit SDS sheets for colored mulches, provide proof of certification for playground mulch, and supply a certified check or bid bond in the amount of 10% of the total bid not to exceed $20,000.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Lowest base bid
- Combination of base bid with selected options
- Unit prices
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Virgin Brown Hardwood
- Virgin Black Hardwood
- Virgin Natural Hardwood (NOT Standard Hardwood)
- Virgin Red Hardwood
- Certified Playground Mulch
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Signature and Certification Form
- Ownership Disclosure Form
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus
- Bid Bond or Certified Check
- General Insurance and Indemnity Requirements
- New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
- Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Evidence
- Playground Mulch certification documents
- All Applicable Warranties
- W-9 Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/acua
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Atlantic County Utilities Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/acua. For questions, contact Rebecca Turygan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Atlantic County Utilities Authority in NJ, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Rebecca Turygan at (609) 833-1011. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Virgin Brown Hardwood, Virgin Black Hardwood, Virgin Natural Hardwood (NOT Standard Hardwood), Virgin Red Hardwood, Certified Playground Mulch. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest base bid, combination of base bid with selected options, unit prices" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Atlantic County Utilities Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Atlantic County Utilities Authority are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Atlantic County Utilities Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 28, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Signature and Certification Form, Ownership Disclosure Form, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran, Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus, Bid Bond or Ce. Review the full document from Atlantic County Utilities Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Egg Harbor Township, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.