Central Regional Board of Education - Architectural Professional Services RFP - 2026
Central Regional School DistrictSchool · Bayville, NJ- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 36 days left
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kevin O’Shea
- (732) 269-1100 ext 3207
The 30-second brief
Central Regional School District in Bayville, New Jersey is seeking proposals for architectural professional services to provide guidance, advice, and on-call support for school district facilities and operations during the 2027 calendar year, with a potential one-year renewal option through December 31, 2028. The selected architect will be expected to handle normal course business as well as emergency situations, including same-day return phone calls and attending meetings during non-business hours when requested. Minimum qualifications require at least one licensed architect on staff with a major focus on advising school districts, at least ten years of experience representing New Jersey public entities, and a minimum of five years representing public schools. Submissions are due by 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 3, 2026, submitted to the Board Secretary/Business Administrator at 509 Forest Hills Parkway, Bayville, NJ 08721. Required submissions include professional licenses, staff qualifications, a certificate of insurance with a minimum of $1,000,000 coverage, professional references, a New Jersey Certificate of Employee Information Report or Form AA-302, a Business Registration Certificate, and cost details including hourly rates. Proposals will be evaluated based on personnel qualifications, relevant public school experience, completeness of submittal, ability to meet minimum qualifications, familiarity with district operations, and proposed hourly rates.
Qualifications of the individual who will perform the tasks and the amounts of their respective participation, Experience in providing the professional services requested by the school district and references related thereto, Thoroughness and completeness of the applicant’s submittal, Ability to meet all minimum qualifications, Overall knowledge and familiarity with the operations of the school district, Experience of the firm in providing similar services to other public bodies with special emphasis on experience in New Jersey, Qualifications and experience of the professional, Qualifications and experience of the other members of the professional’s firm, The hourly rates proposed
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Summary
Central Regional School District in Bayville, New Jersey is seeking proposals for architectural professional services to provide guidance, advice, and on-call support for school district facilities and operations during the 2027 calendar year, with a potential one-year renewal option through December 31, 2028.
The selected architect will be expected to handle normal course business as well as emergency situations, including same-day return phone calls and attending meetings during non-business hours when requested. Minimum qualifications require at least one licensed architect on staff with a major focus on advising school districts, at least ten years of experience representing New Jersey public entities, and a minimum of five years representing public schools. Submissions are due by 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 3, 2026, submitted to the Board Secretary/Business Administrator at 509 Forest Hills Parkway, Bayville, NJ 08721. Required submissions include professional licenses, staff qualifications, a certificate of insurance with a minimum of $1,000,000 coverage, professional references, a New Jersey Certificate of Employee Information Report or Form AA-302, a Business Registration Certificate, and cost details including hourly rates. Proposals will be evaluated based on personnel qualifications, relevant public school experience, completeness of submittal, ability to meet minimum qualifications, familiarity with district operations, and proposed hourly rates.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications of the individual who will perform the tasks and the amounts of their respective participation, Experience in providing the professional services requested by the school district and references related thereto, Thoroughness and completeness of the applicant’s submittal, Ability to meet all minimum qualifications, Overall knowledge and familiarity with the operations of the school district, Experience of the firm in providing similar services to other public bodies with special emphasis on experience in New Jersey, Qualifications and experience of the professional, Qualifications and experience of the other members of the professional’s firm, The hourly rates proposed
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certificate of Insurance, professional references, New Jersey Certificate of Employee Information Report approval or completed Form AA-302 Initial Employee Information Report, Business Registration Certificate
REQUIRED STAFFING
architect, clerical
- Submit to
- Kevin O’Shea, Business Administrator/Board Secretary, Central Regional Board of Education, 509 Forest Hills Parkway, Bayville, New Jersey 08721
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Bayville, NJ
- Reported agency
- Central Regional Board of Education
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Central Regional School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Kevin O’Shea, Business Administrator/Board Secretary, Central Regional Board of Education, 509 Forest Hills Parkway, Bayville, New Jersey 08721. For questions, contact Kevin O’Shea.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Central Regional School District 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 RFP 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 Kevin O’Shea at (732) 269-1100 ext 3207. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: architect, clerical. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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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: "Qualifications of the individual who will perform the tasks and the amounts of their respective participation, Experience in providing the professional services requested by the school district and re..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Central Regional School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Central Regional School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Central Regional School District 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 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 RFP?
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: Certificate of Insurance, professional references, New Jersey Certificate of Employee Information Report approval or completed Form AA-302 Initial Employee Information Report, Business Registration Ce. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Central Regional School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bayville, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.