City of Ocean City - Maintenance of City Grounds and Garden Plots - City Contract #27-03 (2026)
City of OceanCity · Ocean City, NJ- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- Due today
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- MIchael Rossbach
- (609) 525-9283
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Summary
The City of Ocean City is seeking bids for the upkeep, care, and weekly maintenance of city-owned grounds, garden plots, and green spaces under City Contract #27-03.
The work encompasses lawn mowing, edging, weeding, pruning, mulching, fertilizer application, and weed control across various South/Central, North End, and 9th Street & NJ Rt-52 corridor locations including City Hall, firehouses, parks, and pump stations. The initial contract term is for 34 weeks annually from March 22, 2027 through November 15, 2027, with options to extend for two additional 34-week periods in 2028 and 2029. Bids are due by October 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is recommended. Vendors must submit required compliance documentation including a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate (BRC), W-9, non-collusion certification, and equipment certification listings.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Bid Document Checklist
- Non-Collusion Certification
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Disclosure of Prohibited Activities in Russia/Belarus
- Right to Extend Time of Award
- Mandatory Equal Employment Opportunity Language
- Affirmative Action Compliance Notice to Bidders
- Equipment Certification Listing
- Statement of Ownership Disclosure
- Acknowledgement of Receipt of Addenda or Revision
- Proof of New Jersey Business Registration Certificate (BRC)
- Governmental Agency Reference
- Statement of Authority
- Non-Debarment for Federal Government Contracts
- W-9 Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ocnj
- Scope location
- Ocean City, NJ
- Reported agency
- City of Ocean City
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Ocean?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ocnj. For questions, contact MIchael Rossbach.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Ocean 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 MIchael Rossbach at (609) 525-9283. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 29, 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: Bid Document Checklist, Non-Collusion Certification, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran, Disclosure of Prohibited Activities in Russia/Belarus, Right to Extend Time of Award, Mandatory Equal. Review the full document from City of Ocean for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ocean City, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.