County of Ocean - Construction of Barnegat Branch Trail Maintenance Contract 2026, Township of Lacey - 2026
Ocean CountyCounty · Toms River, NJ- Due
- Oct 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 23, 2026
- Duration
- 6 months
- Primary contact
- Gregory Smith
- (732) 929-2130
The 30-second brief
The County of Ocean is seeking bids for the Construction of Barnegat Branch Trail Maintenance Contract 2026 in the Township of Lacey and Borough of Beachwood, NJ (Project No. 00-901-0107). The work includes trail surface leveling, hot mix asphalt (HMA) approach resurfacing, installation of detectable warning surfaces in 4-inch thick concrete pads, removal of steel and wooden bollards, installation of new steel bollards (Reliance Foundry Item #7901 or equal), removal of 3-rail split rail fencing, installation of new 2-rail split rail fencing and concrete fencing, topsoil spreading, fertilizing and seeding (Type A-5), and traffic control. The contract spans approximately 6,330 linear feet (1.2 miles) with a completion time of 180 calendar days. The submission deadline is October 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM, to be submitted electronically via the OpenGov Electronic Bid Portal, accompanied by a 10% proposal bond (max $20,000).
Excavation Unclassified, Dense-Graded Aggregate Base Course, Hot Mix Asphalt Surface Course, 2 Rail Split Rail Fence, 3 Rail Split Rail Fence Concrete, Concrete Sidewalk 4" Thick, Detectable Warning Surface, Traffic Markings, Remove Bollard, Steel Bollard, Topsoil Spreading, Fertilizing and Seeding Type A-5, Uniformed Traffic Director
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Summary
The County of Ocean is seeking bids for the Construction of Barnegat Branch Trail Maintenance Contract 2026 in the Township of Lacey and Borough of Beachwood, NJ (Project No. 00-901-0107).
The work includes trail surface leveling, hot mix asphalt (HMA) approach resurfacing, installation of detectable warning surfaces in 4-inch thick concrete pads, removal of steel and wooden bollards, installation of new steel bollards (Reliance Foundry Item #7901 or equal), removal of 3-rail split rail fencing, installation of new 2-rail split rail fencing and concrete fencing, topsoil spreading, fertilizing and seeding (Type A-5), and traffic control. The contract spans approximately 6,330 linear feet (1.2 miles) with a completion time of 180 calendar days. The submission deadline is October 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM, to be submitted electronically via the OpenGov Electronic Bid Portal, accompanied by a 10% proposal bond (max $20,000).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- Excavation Unclassified
- Dense-Graded Aggregate Base Course
- Hot Mix Asphalt Surface Course
- 2 Rail Split Rail Fence
- 3 Rail Split Rail Fence Concrete
- Concrete Sidewalk 4" Thick
- Detectable Warning Surface
- Traffic Markings
- Remove Bollard
- Steel Bollard
- Topsoil Spreading
- Fertilizing and Seeding Type A-5
- Uniformed Traffic Director
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Proposal Bond
- Performance Bond
- Payment Bond
- Surety Corporation Bond
- W-9
- References
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Affirmative Action Questionnaire
- Statement of Ownership
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Signed Addenda
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/oceancounty/projects/304235
- Scope location
- Toms River, NJ
- Reported agency
- County of Ocean
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Ocean County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 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/oceancounty/projects/304235. For questions, contact Gregory Smith.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Ocean County 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 Gregory Smith at (732) 929-2130. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Excavation Unclassified, Dense-Graded Aggregate Base Course, Hot Mix Asphalt Surface Course, 2 Rail Split Rail Fence, 3 Rail Split Rail Fence Concrete, Concrete Sidewalk 4" Thick, Detectable Warning Surface, Traffic Markings, Remove Bollard, Steel Bollard, Topsoil Spreading, Fertilizing and Seeding. 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 responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ocean County?
All active and historical solicitations from Ocean County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Ocean County 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 6 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Proposal Bond, Performance Bond, Payment Bond, Surety Corporation Bond, W-9, References, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Affirmative Action Questionnaire, Statement of Ownership, Disclosure of Investment Act. Review the full document from Ocean County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Toms River, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.