Vineland approves $2.65M citywide drainage contract alongside water utility upgrades

Vineland approves $2.65M citywide drainage contract alongside water utility upgradesThe New Jersey municipality advanced multiple infrastructure procurements via its consent agenda, including major stormwater drainage improvements and over $560,000 in water metering and hydrant supplies.

City Council awarded a $2,656,056 contract to Mathis Construction Co. for the 2026 Citywide Drainage project.

Ferguson Waterworks secured a $245,138 contract to supply Mueller fire hydrants to the municipal water utility.

The city authorized $163,813 for water meters and wireless transmitters from Core & Main, and $154,535 for meter pits from Caterina Supply.

Keller Engineers was awarded a $134,007 design services contract for drainage replacement on South Mill Road.

The Vineland City Council unanimously approved a slate of water and stormwater infrastructure investments during its August 25, 2026, meeting. The approvals, passed without discussion as part of a routine consent agenda, represent over $3.2 million in capital commitments for the city's utility and public works systems. The largest single investment is the 2026 Citywide Drainage contract. Following a competitive bidding process, the council awarded the project to Little Egg Harbor-based Mathis Construction Co., Inc. for a total bid amount of $2,656,056.65. In a related stormwater effort, the city awarded a $134,007.76 professional services agreement to Keller Engineers of New Jersey to provide design services for drainage replacement, milling, and paving along South Mill Road. The council also authorized several key procurements for the Vineland Municipal Water Utility, totaling more than $560,000. This includes a one-year contract with Ferguson Waterworks for $245,138.40 to supply Mueller fire hydrants, and a $154,535.35 contract with Caterina Supply, Inc. for meter pits, covers, and fittings. Both supply contracts include options for a one-year renewal. Additionally, the city utilized a Sourcewell national cooperative pricing agreement to procure various sized water meters, wireless transmitters, and meter cables from Core & Main LP. The $163,813.40 purchase was recommended by the Director of the Water Utility to support ongoing metering operations.