Franklin Lakes Board of Education HVAC Upgrade at Franklin Avenue Middle School, 2026
Franklin Lakes School DistrictSchool · Franklin Lakes, NJ- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 34 days left
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Dina Messery
- (973) 256-0202
The 30-second brief
The Franklin Lakes Board of Education is seeking sealed bids for HVAC Upgrades at Franklin Avenue Middle School located at 755 Franklin Avenue in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. The work entails school facilities construction and HVAC system upgrades. Bids are due by 11:00 AM on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, and must be delivered to the board offices at 490 Pulis Avenue, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417. A mandatory or strongly encouraged pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 3:30 PM on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the school's main office. Bidders must be listed on the official plan holder list obtained from www.bwsplans.com ($50.00 fee) and include a certified check or bid bond for 10% of the bid, not to exceed $20,000.00. Required documentation includes a New Jersey Department of Labor Public Works Contractor Registration Certificate for the bidder and all subcontractors, a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, and compliance with affirmative action and anti-discrimination laws.
Lowest responsible bidder whose bid is responsive in all material respects
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Summary
The Franklin Lakes Board of Education is seeking sealed bids for HVAC Upgrades at Franklin Avenue Middle School located at 755 Franklin Avenue in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey.
The work entails school facilities construction and HVAC system upgrades. Bids are due by 11:00 AM on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, and must be delivered to the board offices at 490 Pulis Avenue, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417. A mandatory or strongly encouraged pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 3:30 PM on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the school's main office. Bidders must be listed on the official plan holder list obtained from www.bwsplans.com ($50.00 fee) and include a certified check or bid bond for 10% of the bid, not to exceed $20,000.00. Required documentation includes a New Jersey Department of Labor Public Works Contractor Registration Certificate for the bidder and all subcontractors, a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, and compliance with affirmative action and anti-discrimination laws.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bidder whose bid is responsive in all material respects
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Certified check or a bid bond
- Public Works Contractor Registration Act Certificate
- New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
- Submit to
- Franklin Lakes Board of Education, board offices located at 490 Pulis Avenue, Franklin Lakes, N.J. 07417
- Scope location
- Franklin Lakes, NJ
- Reported agency
- Franklin Lakes Board of Education
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Franklin Lakes School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Franklin Lakes Board of Education, board offices located at 490 Pulis Avenue, Franklin Lakes, N.J. 07417. For questions, contact Dina Messery.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Franklin Lakes School District 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 Dina Messery at (973) 256-0202. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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 whose bid is responsive in all material respects" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Franklin Lakes School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Franklin Lakes School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Franklin Lakes School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 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: certified check or a bid bond, Public Works Contractor Registration Act Certificate, New Jersey Business Registration Certificate. Review the full document from Franklin Lakes School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Franklin Lakes, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.