Ocean County bids, RFPs and contracts
Toms River, New JerseyPop. 673,746 · co.ocean.nj.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 168
- 10 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 9+
- Next due Nov 5
- Contracts
- 13,100
- 2,959 vendors
The 30-second brief
168 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Ocean County's meetings, most in professional services and information technology. The latest, from Oct 21: At its October 21, 2026 meeting, the Board approved an amendatory shared services agreement with the Borough of Seaside Park for construction of a stormwater pump station at Bayview and 14th Avenue. The agreement increased by not more than $188,812.50. The project was already underway and this item adjusted the contract amount.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Transportation.
9+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 5. Latest awards: Liro Engineers Inc for county Qualifies LiRo Engineers For Design (Oct 2026) and Greenman-pedersen Inc for county Qualifies Greenman Pedersen Services (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Ocean County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Ocean County is accepting responses to now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Ocean County buys from, taken from council records. 13,100 contracts with 2,959 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Ocean County.
Questions about Ocean County
How do I become an approved vendor for Ocean County?
Ocean County currently works with 2,959 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, CONSTRUCTION, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 74 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Ocean County?
Small purchases under NJ's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Ocean County include Ocean County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ocean County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Ocean County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Ocean County publish RFPs?
Ocean County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NJ's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 521 solicitations from Ocean County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Ocean County?
At Ocean County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Business Development & Tourism, Information Technology, Agriculture Development Board, and Purchasing Department. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 74 decision-makers at Ocean County.
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What does Ocean County spend the most on?
Based on 1,903 tracked contracts, Ocean County spends most on Capital Projects (717), Grants (336), Transportation (295), Public Works (284), and Environmental Services (271). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, CONSTRUCTION, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Ocean County's current vendors?
Ocean County currently works with vendors including LIRO ENGINEERS INC, GREENMAN-PEDERSEN INC, CUSTOM BANDAG INC, ASCEND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT INC, MIDLANTIC CONSTRUCTION LLC, MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL INC, NEWLINES LAND CONSULTANTS, AKRF INC, KEDZ MEMORIAL HOME INC DBA KEDZ FUNERAL HOME, and STATE OF NEW JERSEY, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, CONSTRUCTION, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Ocean County working on?
Based on 13 tracked meetings, Ocean County is actively discussing: Ocean County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ocean County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Ocean County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Ocean County Commissioners Approve Contracts, Address Budget, & Local Needs, and Ocean County Commissioners Meeting Summary: Key Decisions & Opportunities. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does Ocean County have?
Ocean County currently has 521 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (717), Grants (336), and Transportation (295). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NJ's state portal, and other sources.