City of Orange Township Car Washing Services for City Owned Vehicles Request for Proposal 2026
Township of City of OrangeCity · Orange, NJ- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 10 days left
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Marty Mayes
- (973) 952-6080
The 30-second brief
The City of Orange Township in Essex County, New Jersey is requesting proposals for car washing services to city-owned vehicles, including exterior wash, interior vacuuming, exterior window/glass and rims cleaning, tire dressing, and optional detailing services on an as-needed basis. The city maintains a fleet of approximately 150 vehicles, with an estimated historical usage of approximately 95 vehicles washed each month. Bidders seeking the award of this contract must be located within a 3-mile radius from the municipal boundaries of the City of Orange Township for economical performance. Sealed proposals are due by November 13, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at the City Hall Public Works Conference Room, 29 North Day Street, Orange, NJ 07050. The contract term is one year, commencing January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027.
Cost per Car; Cost per SUV; Cost per Pick Up Truck; Cost per 20 Passenger Bus; Cost per Air Freshner (Small); Cost per Air Freshner (Large); Option I: Detailing Services
Lowest responsible Total Bid
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Summary
The City of Orange Township in Essex County, New Jersey is requesting proposals for car washing services to city-owned vehicles, including exterior wash, interior vacuuming, exterior window/glass and rims cleaning, tire dressing, and optional detailing services on an as-needed basis.
The city maintains a fleet of approximately 150 vehicles, with an estimated historical usage of approximately 95 vehicles washed each month. Bidders seeking the award of this contract must be located within a 3-mile radius from the municipal boundaries of the City of Orange Township for economical performance. Sealed proposals are due by November 13, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at the City Hall Public Works Conference Room, 29 North Day Street, Orange, NJ 07050. The contract term is one year, commencing January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible Total Bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Cost per Car
- Cost per SUV
- Cost per Pick Up Truck
- Cost per 20 Passenger Bus
- Cost per Air Freshner (Small)
- Cost per Air Freshner (Large)
- Option I: Detailing Services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Proposal Form
- Affirmative Action Form
- Business Registration Certificate
- W-9
- Pay to Play Form
- Submit to
- City of Orange Township City Hall, Department of Public Works - 3rd Floor, 29 North Day Street, Orange, NJ 07050
- Scope location
- Orange, NJ
- Reported agency
- City of Orange Township
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Township of City of Orange?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Orange Township City Hall, Department of Public Works - 3rd Floor, 29 North Day Street, Orange, NJ 07050. For questions, contact Marty Mayes.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Township of City of Orange 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 Marty Mayes at (973) 952-6080. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cost per Car; Cost per SUV; Cost per Pick Up Truck; Cost per 20 Passenger Bus; Cost per Air Freshner (Small); Cost per Air Freshner (Large); Option I: Detailing Services. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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 responsible Total Bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Township of City of Orange?
All active and historical solicitations from Township of City of Orange are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Township of City of Orange 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 November 13, 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: Proposal Form, Affirmative Action Form, Business Registration Certificate, W-9, Pay to Play Form. Review the full document from Township of City of Orange for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Orange, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.