Atlantic County Utilities Authority - Tax Exempt Lease-Purchase Financing - 2026-ITB-35 (2026)
Atlantic County Utilities AuthorityUtility District · Pleasantville, NJ- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 21 days left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Linda Bazemore
- (609) 272-6982
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Atlantic County Utilities Authority (ACUA) is soliciting competitive bids for Tax Exempt Lease-Purchase Financing to fund the acquisition of essential capital equipment through a structured five-year financing arrangement. This procurement is conducted under the provisions of the New Jersey Local Public Contracts Law (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.) and N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.1 et seq. The purpose of this solicitation is to secure the most cost-effective financing terms for a project deemed essential to the Authority's operations in providing responsible, environmentally focused waste management services to Atlantic County. The ACUA seeks a bank-qualified, tax-exempt structure with semiannual interest payments and annual principal repayments, beginning March 1, 2027, and concluding March 1, 2031. The principal amount is $3,340,000. Bids are due by November 6, 2026, and will be evaluated based on the lowest overall borrowing cost to the Authority, inclusive of all related fees and expenses.
Lowest overall borrowing cost to the Authority
SUMMARY
The Atlantic County Utilities Authority (ACUA) is soliciting competitive bids for Tax Exempt Lease-Purchase Financing to fund the acquisition of essential capital equipment through a structured five-year financing arrangement.
This procurement is conducted under the provisions of the New Jersey Local Public Contracts Law (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.) and N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.1 et seq. The purpose of this solicitation is to secure the most cost-effective financing terms for a project deemed essential to the Authority's operations in providing responsible, environmentally focused waste management services to Atlantic County. The ACUA seeks a bank-qualified, tax-exempt structure with semiannual interest payments and annual principal repayments, beginning March 1, 2027, and concluding March 1, 2031. The principal amount is $3,340,000. Bids are due by November 6, 2026, and will be evaluated based on the lowest overall borrowing cost to the Authority, inclusive of all related fees and expenses.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest overall borrowing cost to the Authority
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Signature and Certification Form
- Ownership Disclosure Form
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus
- Proposal Form
- General Insurance and Indemnity Requirements
- New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
- Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Evidence
- W-9 Form
- Bid Bond
- Consent of Surety
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/acua
- Scope location
- Atlantic County, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Atlantic County Utilities Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/acua. For questions, contact Linda Bazemore.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Atlantic County Utilities Authority in NJ, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Linda Bazemore at (609) 272-6982. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest overall borrowing cost to the Authority" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Atlantic County Utilities Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Atlantic County Utilities Authority are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Atlantic County Utilities Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Signature and Certification Form, Ownership Disclosure Form, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran, Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus, Proposal Form,. Review the full document from Atlantic County Utilities Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Atlantic County, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.