Borough of Watchung - Lease of Space on Cell Tower Block 1604 Lot 15.01 - 2026
Borough of WatchungCity · Watchung, NJ- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
The 30-second brief
The Borough of Watchung invites sealed bids from FCC licensed carriers for a lease of ground space, operation of an existing 114-foot cellular tower, and cellular antenna attachment at the Borough Hall Cell Tower on Block 1604, Lot 15.01, Somerset County, New Jersey. The minimum bid requirement is $120,000 annually ($10,000/month). Bids are due on October 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM, and must be submitted to the Borough Clerk at 15 Mountain Boulevard, Watchung, NJ 07069. Bids must be accompanied by a bid security equal to 10% of the total rent bid for the first year or $20,000, whichever is less. Successful bidders may be required to attend Planning Board and Borough Council meetings.
Lease for ground space, Operation of an existing cellular tower, And antenna attachment
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Summary
The Borough of Watchung invites sealed bids from FCC licensed carriers for a lease of ground space, operation of an existing 114-foot cellular tower, and cellular antenna attachment at the Borough Hall Cell Tower on Block 1604, Lot 15.01, Somerset County, New Jersey.
The minimum bid requirement is $120,000 annually ($10,000/month). Bids are due on October 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM, and must be submitted to the Borough Clerk at 15 Mountain Boulevard, Watchung, NJ 07069. Bids must be accompanied by a bid security equal to 10% of the total rent bid for the first year or $20,000, whichever is less. Successful bidders may be required to attend Planning Board and Borough Council meetings.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Lease for ground space
- Operation of an existing cellular tower
- Antenna attachment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid security in the form of certified check
- Cashier's check or Bid Bond
- Bid Forms
- Bid Price Form
- Submit to
- Borough Clerk's Office, 15 Mountain Boulevard, Watchung, New Jersey 07069 or [email protected]
- Scope location
- Watchung, NJ
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Borough of Watchung?
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: Borough Clerk's Office, 15 Mountain Boulevard, Watchung, New Jersey 07069 or [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Borough of Watchung 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Lease for ground space, Operation of an existing cellular tower, And antenna attachment. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Borough of Watchung?
All active and historical solicitations from Borough of Watchung are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Borough of Watchung regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: bid security in the form of certified check, cashier's check or Bid Bond, Bid Forms, Bid Price Form. Review the full document from Borough of Watchung for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Watchung, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.