272-22 Exhibit A-Thorguard.pdf

EXHIBIT A

FROM iHOR” - GUARD, Inc. Integrated Lightning Prediction and Waring BQYNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE ESSEX COUNTY, NEW JERSEY Ao: Wf, One (1) lighting prediction and warning system for Stagg Field and Rock Spring Golf Club Request for Bids Bid Submission Date: i Thursday, September 15, 2022 : 11:00 A.M. Prevailing Time TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE * 66 MAIN STREET * WEST ORANGE, NJ 07052 (973) 325-4056. 1 1193 Sawgrass Corporate Parkway . Sunrise, Florida 33323 . Tel: (954) 835-0900 . Fax: (954) 835-0808 www.thorguard.com

TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE ESSEX COUNTY, NEW JERSEY Request for Bids One (1) lighting prediction and warning system for Stagg Field and Rock Spring Golf Club Bid Submission Date: Thursday, September 15, 2022 11:00 A.M. Prevailing Time sm & <> WEST ORANGE Neen ferasy j 4. TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE * 66 MAIN STREET * WEST GRANGE, NJ 07052 (973) 325-4056

Table of Contents Cover Page Table of Contents Public Notice General Instructions to Bidders Scope of Work/ Specifications Required Forms Receipt of Addendum Bid Form Checklist

| i | | ADVERTISEMENT NOTICE TO BIDDERS The Township of West Orange, County of Essex, State of New Jersey is seeking bids from companies for the following goods and/or services: Lighting prediction and warning system for Stagg Field and Rock Spring Golf Club Bid forms may be obtained in person at the Township of West Orange, 66 Main Street, Purchasing Room 111, West Orange, NJ 07052, during regular business hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. M-F, online at) storange.org, or a request can be emailed to: preynold Sealed proposals, clearly marked with the title and name and address of party making same, addressed to the Township of West Orange, Attn: Purchasing Dept. will be received by mail, or hand delivery, at the Municipal Building, 66 Main Street, West Orange, NJ 07052 by Thursday September 15, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. and will be publicly opened and read at that time in the Council Chambers on the same day, No bids received after that time will be considered. Bidders are required to comply with the Affirmative Action pursuant to N..S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27.3 and NJ Business Registration Certification pursuant to P.L. 2004 ¢.57. The Township Council reserves the right to reject any or all proposals submitted and also to increase or diminish any or all of the quantities which in their judgment be necessary. Panayiota Reynolds Purchasing Agent

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS 1. The Township of West Orange reserves the right to reject any or all bids, or to waive any informalities in the bids, and unless otherwise specified by the bidder, to accept any item in the bid, should it be deemed in the best interest of the Township of West Orange to do so. 2. Incase of default by the bidder or contractor, the Township of West Orange may procure the articles or services from other sources and hold the bidder or contractor responsible for any excess cost occasioned thereby. 3. The bidder, if awarded a contract, agrees to protect, defend and save harmless the Township of West Orange against any damage for payment for the use of any patented material process, article or devise that may enter into manufacture, construction, or form a part of the : work covered by either order cr contract, and the bidder further agrees to indemnify and save i harmless the Township of West Orange from suits or actions of every nature and description brought against it, for, or on account of any injuries or damages received or sustained by any party or parties by, or from any of the acts of the contractor, his servants or agents. 4, The contractor shall maintain sufficient insurance to protect against all claims under Workers Compensation, General Liability and Automobile and shall be subject to approval for adequacy of protection and certificates of such insurance shall be provided to the Township of West | Orange when required. 5. It is to be understood by the bidder that this bid Is submitted on the basis of specifications prepared by the Township of West Orange and the fact that any bidder is not familiar with these specifications or conditions will not be accepted as an excuse. 6. Each bid must be signed in ink by the person authorized to do so. 7. Bidders must use the proposal form furnished by the Township of West Orange when i submitting their bid, if applicable. 8. Non-Collusion Affidavit must be completed and included with bid, 9, Insert prices for furnishing all of the material and/or labor described or required. Prices shall be net, including any charges for packing, crating, containers, etc. and all transportation £.0.B sn atl A specified by the Township of West Orange. No additional charges will be allowed for any ‘transportation costs resulting from partial shipments made at the vendor’s convenience

portation £.0.B sn atl A specified by the Township of West Orange. No additional charges will be allowed for any ‘transportation costs resulting from partial shipments made at the vendor’s convenience when a single shipment is ordered. 10. Equipment must be available for delivery and installation within 30 days of award. 11. Payments will be made upon the approval of vouchers with the requirements of the Township of West Orange and subject to the Township of West Oranges customary procedures. 12. Contract will be awarded ona (Line Item) or (Lump Sum} basis, if applicable.

13. Award will be made by Township of West Orange within sixty (60) days after receipt of bids. 44, Prevailing Wage & Labor Laws. The New Jersey prevailing Wage Act (P.D, 1963, Chapter 150) and provisions of the State Labor Laws shall be compiled with by the successful bidder in construction contracts. 15, The Township of West Orange is exempt from any State sales tax or Federal excise tax. 16. The contract, if applicable, shall be in effect for one (1) year from date of award unless otherwise stated. Continuation of the terms of this contract beyond December 31 is i contingent on availability of funds in the following year’s Budget and in the event of unavailability of such funds; the Township of West Orange reserves the right to cancel this contract. 17. Bids may be hand delivered or mailed per legal notice to bidders. In case of mailed bids, the : Township of West Orange assumes no responsibility for bids after the designated date and time and will return late bids to the bidder unopened. 18. Mandatory: Sidder shall provide copy of their Business Registration Certificate. In addition, Contractors providing services for regarding construction or repair of a public building must provide copy of Public Works Contractor Registration Certificate. 19. No interpretation of the meaning of the specifications will be made to any bidder orally. Every request for such interpretations should be in writing to the Purchasing Agent and to be given consideration must be received at least Seven (7) days prior to the date fixed of the opening bids. Any and all such interpretations and any supplemental instruction will be mailed to all prospective bidders {at the respective addresses furnished for such purpese) not later than three (3) days prior to the date fixed for the opening of bids. Failure of any bidder to receive any such addenda or interpretations shall not relieve any bidder from any obligation under his : bid submitted. All addenda so issued shall become part of the contract document. 20. Mandatory: Bidder shall submit Disclosure of Ownership Form stating the names and addresses of all stockholders in the corporation or partners in the partnership, who own a 10% or more of its‘stock, or any class, or of all individual partners in the partnership who own a 10% or greater interest therein, as the case may be. ; (N,,S,A, 19:44A-20.27) a. Any business entity

0% or more of its‘stock, or any class, or of all individual partners in the partnership who own a 10% or greater interest therein, as the case may be. ; (N,,S,A, 19:44A-20.27) a. Any business entity that received $50,000.00 or mote in contracts from government entities in a calendar year is required to file an annual disclosure report with ELEC. The instruction and form are available on ELEC website. b. Annual Disclosures require submission by March 30" of each year covering contracts and contributions for the prior calendar year. c. Ata minimum, a list of all business entities that file an annual disclosure report will be listed on ELEC’s website at www.elec.state.nj.us d. Ifyou have any questions please contact ELEC at: 1-888-313-ELEC (3532) toll free NJ or 609-292-8700.

e. In addition, pursuant to Section 2-68.1 of the Revised General Ordinances of the Township of West Orange respondents shall disclose all political contributions of two hundred dollars ($200) or more made within the preceding five (5) years to any elected officials of the Township of West Orange currently in office or any political organization affiliated with an elected official of the Township currently in office 22. In case of default by the bidder or contractor, the Township of West Orange may procure the articles or services from other sources and hold the bidder or contractor responsible for any excess cost occasioned thereby.