Atlantic County Utilities Authority Tax Exempt Lease-Purchase Financing ITB-29 2025
Atlantic County Utilities AuthorityUtility District · Pleasantville, NJ- Due
- Nov 13, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2025
- 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 under ITB-29 for Tax Exempt Lease-Purchase Financing to fund the acquisition of essential capital equipment. The ACUA seeks a bank-qualified, tax-exempt structure for a five-year term with semiannual interest payments and annual principal repayments beginning March 1, 2026, and concluding March 1, 2030. The financing structure must comply with New Jersey Local Public Contracts Law (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.) and include provisions for private placement limitations, prepayment options, and escrow funding. Bids will be evaluated based on the lowest overall borrowing cost, inclusive of all fees. Submissions are due by November 13, 2025, at the ACUA office in Egg Harbor Township, NJ.
Lowest overall borrowing cost to the Authority, inclusive of all related fees and expenses
SUMMARY
The Atlantic County Utilities Authority (ACUA) is soliciting competitive bids under ITB-29 for Tax Exempt Lease-Purchase Financing to fund the acquisition of essential capital equipment.
The ACUA seeks a bank-qualified, tax-exempt structure for a five-year term with semiannual interest payments and annual principal repayments beginning March 1, 2026, and concluding March 1, 2030. The financing structure must comply with New Jersey Local Public Contracts Law (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.) and include provisions for private placement limitations, prepayment options, and escrow funding. Bids will be evaluated based on the lowest overall borrowing cost, inclusive of all fees. Submissions are due by November 13, 2025, at the ACUA office in Egg Harbor Township, NJ.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest overall borrowing cost to the Authority, inclusive of all related fees and expenses
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
SPECIMEN_CONTRACT.pdf
- Submit to
- 6700 Delilah Road, Egg Harbor Township, NJ, 08234
- Scope location
- Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this ITB from Atlantic County Utilities Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 6700 Delilah Road, Egg Harbor Township, NJ, 08234. For questions, contact Linda Bazemore.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
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 ITB 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, inclusive of all related fees and expenses" 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.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
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: SPECIMEN_CONTRACT.pdf. 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: Egg Harbor Township, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.