Solicitation CONS-24480 seeks professional engineering services to be performed onsite for the contracting authority in Millville, New Jersey. The available overview describes the work generally as providing professional engineering services directly to the authority and says only U.S.-based organizations may bid. It does not identify specific engineering disciplines or deliverables; the described procurement is for services, not a grant program.
The work includes, but is not limited to, replacing existing belt filter presses with rotary presses, replacing existing gravity belt thickeners with disc thickeners, installing a shaftless screw conveyor with multi-chute distribution system and canopy, improvements to the sludge processing building hvac, plumbing, electrical and instrumentation/scada systems, replacement of the detritor grit removal mechanism, and appurtenant work.
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Census ID
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170163
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
236
Population
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28,098
Procurement Hell Score
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43 / 100
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Sole Source:If sale is less than $40,000, use sole source.
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City of Millville, NJ. There is no evidence of sole source awards above the $40,000 threshold. Deprioritize this path and pivot to cooperative channels to bypass a competitive bid.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Millville
City of Millville Regular Meeting
Date: Sep 15, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included a presentation honoring retiring board members and volunteers of the Police Athletic League for their dedication to youth development. The Commission discussed the removal of a code amendment from the agenda, approved a special event request for Faces for Autism, and approved the current bill list. Reports were provided covering EMS call statistics for the month, including breakdown of life support transports, and fire department activity reports detailing types of emergency calls handled.
City of Millville Work Session
Date: Aug 28, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The work session featured presentations regarding a city website redesign and an AI-based tool for grant writing created by student interns. Discussions highlighted a successful partnership between the city and local technical schools. The Board discussed a resolution to amend a purchase and sale agreement for CRP Development Urban Renewal LLC, which includes penalty clauses for delays. Additionally, the agenda covered ordinances amending municipal codes regarding the Bureau of Fire Safety and the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services. Finally, two bond ordinances were presented: one authorizing capital improvements and acquisitions, and another dedicated to water utility system upgrades, including lead service line replacements and well development.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Millville.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Millville?
The City of Millville's Purchasing Department, led by Qualified Purchasing Agent Miguel Mercado, administers procurement while the City Commission retains approval authority for awards and term contracts per ordinance §2‑54. The Purchasing Department implements purchasing policies approved by the Commission and handles day-to-day purchasing administration.
Where does City of Millville post bids and RFPs?
The City of Millville posts bids, RFPs, solicitations and results on its official CivicEngage bid portal at https://www.millvillenj.gov/bids.aspx. Notices are also advertised in The Daily Journal and the Press of Atlantic City; sealed submissions are received at the Office of the Purchasing Agent, City Hall.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Millville?
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City Of Millville Special Meeting
Date: Sep 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting focused on the authorization of an advertisement for bids regarding the wastewater treatment plant solids dewatering upgrade project. Discussions included the need to initiate the construction process before the expiration of the treatment works permit in December, the potential efficiency improvements, and associated cost savings in sludge disposal. The project involves the installation of gravity belt thickeners and grit removal equipment. The resolution to advertise for these bids was approved.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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City of Millville manages vendor registration via its Vendor Package; the Finance Department accepts completed applications and supporting documents. Vendors must submit a Vendor Application plus a current NJ Business Registration Certificate (or 501(c)(3) proof), Certificate of Insurance for work, and IRS Form W‑9 by email, fax, mail, or appointment.
What products and services does City of Millville procure?
The City of Millville's Purchasing Department procures "any commodity, service, or public improvement." The City's bid portal and Purchasing page make opportunities available to consultants, service providers, contractors, vendors, and suppliers across those durable categories.
Does City of Millville use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
Chapter 2 of the City of Millville Code authorizes Cooperative Pricing Agreements (§2‑45) and agreements with the county (§2‑46), providing statutory authority for cooperative purchasing.
What procurement requirements does City of Millville publish for vendors?
City of Millville requires a current New Jersey Business Registration Certificate (BRC) or proof of 501(c)(3) for nonprofits, a Certificate of Insurance for vendors performing work, and a completed IRS Form W‑9; purchase orders or contracts will not be issued until these are on file.
How does City of Millville approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Millville's Office of the Purchasing Agent receives sealed bids, RFPs and RFQs; bids are publicly opened per the Notice to Bidders and the Purchasing Agent forwards award recommendations to the City Commission under ordinance §2‑54. Term contracts below the bid threshold are also approved by the Commission.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Millville?
City of Millville's procurement policies are codified in Chapter 2 (Administration) of the City Code, which covers purchasing procedures, emergency purchases, change orders, professional services, and cooperative pricing. Purchases $6,000–$40,000 require an RFQ; over $40,000 require an IFB/RFP with public sealed opening per N.J.S.A. 40A:11‑3.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Millville use?
The City of Millville encourages small- and minority-owned businesses to respond to bid opportunities and collects voluntary business-category self-identification on its Vendor Application (including Minority‑Owned, Women‑Owned, Small Business, and Non‑Profit designations). Vendors should self-identify on the Vendor Package when registering.
