Department of Water and Sewer Utilities of the City of Newark - Citywide Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Improvements for Developments - Contract No. 16-WS2026 (2026)
City of Newark Water & SewerUtility District · Newark, NJ- Due
- Aug 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 28, 2026
The 30-second brief
The Department of Water and Sewer Utilities of the City of Newark invites sealed bids for Contract No. 16-WS2026, Citywide Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Improvements for Developments. The scope of work includes miscellaneous water and wastewater pipes work, replacement, extensions, valves, hydrants, service connections, sewer laterals, manholes, catch basins, related appurtenances, site restoration, and incidental construction items. Bids are due on August 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM prevailing time, and will be publicly opened and read aloud at City Hall, 920 Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Boulevard, Room 115, Newark, New Jersey, with a virtual option via Teams Meeting. Requirements include a 10% bid security, 100% performance and payment bonds, New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, prevailing wage compliance (New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act and Davis-Bacon), and a 25% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and 7% Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) participation requirement.
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Summary
The Department of Water and Sewer Utilities of the City of Newark invites sealed bids for Contract No. 16-WS2026, Citywide Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Improvements for Developments.
The scope of work includes miscellaneous water and wastewater pipes work, replacement, extensions, valves, hydrants, service connections, sewer laterals, manholes, catch basins, related appurtenances, site restoration, and incidental construction items. Bids are due on August 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM prevailing time, and will be publicly opened and read aloud at City Hall, 920 Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Boulevard, Room 115, Newark, New Jersey, with a virtual option via Teams Meeting. Requirements include a 10% bid security, 100% performance and payment bonds, New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, prevailing wage compliance (New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act and Davis-Bacon), and a 25% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and 7% Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) participation requirement.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible and responsive bidder
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
bid bond, consent of surety, statement setting forth names and addresses of stockholders owning 10% or greater interest, business registration certificate, certification of ability to perform the contract
- Submit to
- Department of Water & Sewer Utilities, City Hall, 920 Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Boulevard, Room 115, Newark, New Jersey
- Scope location
- Newark, New Jersey
- Reported agency
- City of Newark
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Newark Water & Sewer?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 27, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Department of Water & Sewer Utilities, City Hall, 920 Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Boulevard, Room 115, Newark, New Jersey.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Newark Water & Sewer 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.
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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 and responsive bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Newark Water & Sewer?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Newark Water & Sewer are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, City of Newark Water & Sewer 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 bond, consent of surety, statement setting forth names and addresses of stockholders owning 10% or greater interest, business registration certificate, certification of ability to perform the cont. Review the full document from City of Newark Water & Sewer for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Newark, New Jersey. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.