Published on September 11, 2026
Click here to see signed Resolution: 26-253.pdf
AUTHORIZING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH CZAR ENGINEERING, LLC FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE 34TH STREET SANDCASTLE PARK RENOVATION PROJECT
WHEREAS, the City of Ocean City requires certain construction management services for the 34th Street Sandcastle Park renovation project; and,
WHEREAS, Czar Engineering, LLC have performed these duties in the past and is determined to have the necessary expertise to continue to perform said services; and,
WHEREAS, a contract for professional engineering services with Czar Engineering, LLC may be entered into without competitive bidding pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40a:11-5(1)(a)(i); and,
WHEREAS, the contract with Czar Engineering, LLC is being awarded through an alternative, non-advertised process pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5; and,
WHEREAS, Czar Engineering, LLC has been advised that this award does not guarantee that the services described will be required during the contract period and are subject to the actual need as established by City Council, and that the City Purchasing Manager shall issue purchase orders for services as they are required. No services shall be performed for City Council prior to the issuance of a purchase order therefor; and,
WHEREAS, Czar Engineering, LLC has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification which certifies that Czar Engineering, LLC has not made any contribution to a political or candidate committee for an elected office in the City of Ocean City, NJ in the previous one (1) year period, and that the contract will prohibit Czar Engineering, LLC from making any contributions through the term of the contract; and,
WHEREAS, George J. Savastano, Business Administrator; Vincent S. Bekier, Director of Capital Programs, Project Management & Engineering; Christine D. Gundersen, Manager of Capital Planning; Thomas R. Mahar, Purchasing Assistant and Michael Rossbach, Jr. QPA, City Purchasing Manager, have reviewed all terms and conditions of the contract and recommend award of a professional services contract to Czar Engineering, LLC for construction management services for the 34th Street Sandcastle Park renovation project; and,
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ocean City, New Jersey that it does hereby award a professional services contract to Czar Engineering, LLC, 344 West State Street, Trenton, NJ 08618 as follows:
Professional Service Contract | ||
Item | Description | Total Amount |
1. | Pre-Construction……………………………………………………… | $1,000.00 |
2. | Construction Phase……………………………………………………. | $30,000.00 |
3. | Close Out……………………………………………………………… | $2,000.00 |
Total Contract Cost for Construction Management……..……………….. | $33,000.00 | |
4. | The term of this contract shall be in effect until the completion of work. | |
5. | A copy of the Pay-to-Play Certification and the Business Registration Certificate (BRC) has been submitted and shall be placed on file in the City’s Purchasing Division Office. |
6. | A copy of this Resolution and Contract shall be available for inspection in the Ocean City Clerk's Office and shall be posted on the City’s Public Notices Webpage. |
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ocean City that the Mayor and the City Purchasing Manager are hereby authorized to enter into a formal contract agreement with Czar Engineering, LLC for construction management services for the 34th Street Sandcastle Park renovation project.
The Director of Financial Management certifies that funds are contingent upon the adoption of the 2026 Local Municipal Budget and shall be charged to Capital Account #C-04-55-336-101.
CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS
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Frank Donato III, CFO Terry Crowley, Jr.
Director of Financial Management Council President
