City of Ocean City - Furnishing, Installation & Maintenance of Leased Coin Operated Binocular-Viewing Machines - City Contract #26-28 (2026)
City of OceanCity · Ocean City, NJ- Due
- Oct 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- MIchael Rossbach
- (609) 525-9283
The 30-second brief
The City of Ocean City and the Ocean City Cooperative Pricing System (251COCCPS) are seeking proposals for the furnishing, installation, supply, and servicing of coin-operated binocular-viewing machines across various locations in Ocean City, NJ for calendar years 2026 through 2029. The project involves leasing City and cooperative member-owned property for coin-operated optical viewing machines featuring 9x Bushnell focus free 7x35 wide-angle or equivalent binoculars, weather-resistant cast bronze/stainless steel housings, coin mechanisms accepting U.S. quarters with a 2,000-coin capacity, and a maximum price of 25 cents per view. The initial contract term is 24 months with a 1-year extension option. Submission deadline is October 1, 2026, with a question deadline of September 25, 2026. Required documents include bid checklist, non-collusion certification, Iran and Russia/Belarus disclosure forms, ownership disclosure, and W-9.
Highest flat percentage rate payable to the City
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Summary
The City of Ocean City and the Ocean City Cooperative Pricing System (251COCCPS) are seeking proposals for the furnishing, installation, supply, and servicing of coin-operated binocular-viewing machines across various locations in Ocean City, NJ for calendar years 2026 through 2029.
The project involves leasing City and cooperative member-owned property for coin-operated optical viewing machines featuring 9x Bushnell focus free 7x35 wide-angle or equivalent binoculars, weather-resistant cast bronze/stainless steel housings, coin mechanisms accepting U.S. quarters with a 2,000-coin capacity, and a maximum price of 25 cents per view. The initial contract term is 24 months with a 1-year extension option. Submission deadline is October 1, 2026, with a question deadline of September 25, 2026. Required documents include bid checklist, non-collusion certification, Iran and Russia/Belarus disclosure forms, ownership disclosure, and W-9.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Highest flat percentage rate payable to the City
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- Bid Document Checklist
- Non-Collusion Certification
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Disclosure of Prohibited Activities in Russia/Belarus
- Right to Extend Time of Award
- Mandatory Equal Employment Opportunity Language
- Affirmative Action Compliance Notice to Bidders
- Statement of Ownership Disclosure
- Acknowledgement of Receipt of Addenda or Revision
- Proof of New Jersey Business Registration Certificate (BRC)
- Governmental Agency Reference
- Statement of Authority
- Non-Debarment for Federal Government Contracts
- W-9 Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ocnj
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Ocean City, NJ
- Reported agency
- City of Ocean City
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Ocean?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ocnj. For questions, contact MIchael Rossbach.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Ocean 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 MIchael Rossbach at (609) 525-9283. 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: "Highest flat percentage rate payable to the City" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Ocean?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Bid Document Checklist, Non-Collusion Certification, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran, Disclosure of Prohibited Activities in Russia/Belarus, Right to Extend Time of Award, Mandatory Equal. Review the full document from City of Ocean for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ocean City, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.