Sealed bids are due by June 23, 2026, 10:00 AM, submitted electronically via www. ***. *. * for handheld XRF lead paint analyzer systems. Bids must be accompanied by a bid bond, certified check, or cashier's check for 10% of the total bid amount (not exceeding $20,000) if the bid is over $50,000. Delivery is required within a specified time after receipt of a written purchase order. Training is to be provided. Failure to deliver on time may result in liquidated damages of $500 per day. The city reserves the right to increase quantities by up to 20% for 12 months. Bidders must comply with New Jersey business registration requirements and affirmative action mandates.
Delivery shall be made within a specified time after receipt of a written purchase order. The bidder must complete and submit a delivery requirements section with the package. For delivery, contact Crystal Brown at 609 **** or cbrown@acnj. gov.
Payment shall be made within thirty (30) days after the contractor has submitted a bill based on the total delivered price, with a properly executed voucher to the Comptroller's office.
The successful bidder shall furnish and deliver all equipment, accessories, software, documentation, and warranty coverage necessary for a complete and operational handheld XRF lead paint analyzer system.
The contract shall be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder with the unit price governing.
Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of N. J. S. A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N. J. A. C. 17:27. A New Jersey business registration certificate must be submitted with the bid.
Failure to deliver within the stated time may result in liquidated damages of **** for each day the completion exceeds the allowed time. Failure to report price reductions within five (5) days of the effective date may result in contract cancellation for cause.
Any challenge to the bid specifications must be submitted in writing to the City Solicitor's office, with a copy to the Purchasing Department, three (3) business days prior to the bid opening date, via certified mail or hand delivery. If not submitted by this deadline, the challenge will be considered waived.
Bids received from bidders who have previously failed to complete contracts within the scheduled time or who have performed prior work for the city in an unacceptable manner shall be rejected.
