City of Trenton - On-Site and Telephonic Interpreting and Translating Services for Municipal Court - RFP2026-30
City of TrentonCity · Trenton, NJ- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- 11 days left
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Isabel C. Garcia
- (609) 989-3139
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Trenton is soliciting proposals for on-site interpreting, virtual interpreting, translation services, and telephonic interpreting and translating services on an as-needed basis for Trenton Municipal Court, located at 225 North Clinton Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey 08607. Required languages include Spanish, Polish, Russian, Korean, Portuguese, Sign Language, Chinese-Mandarin, Greek, Arabic, Panjabi, Japanese, French Creole-Haitian, African-Loma, and Urdu. The contract term is for one (1) year. Sealed proposals are due by October 28, 2026, at 11:00 AM, and must be submitted to Isabel C. Garcia, QPA, Purchasing Agent, Division of Purchasing, 1st floor, 319 East State Street, Trenton, NJ 08608. A virtual proposal opening will be held via Zoom. Proposers must be approved by the New Jersey Supreme Court and listed in the Registry of Interpreting Resources. Evaluation criteria include experience and reputation in the field (25%), availability for City meetings (25%), references (20%), background check requirement (15%), and other factors in the best interest of the City (15%).
Experience and reputation in the field - 25%, Availability to accommodate any required meetings of the City of Trenton - 25%, References may be requested - 20%, Such other factors demonstrated to be in the best interest of the city of Trenton - 15%, Background Check Required prior to commence of work - 15%
SUMMARY
The City of Trenton is soliciting proposals for on-site interpreting, virtual interpreting, translation services, and telephonic interpreting and translating services on an as-needed basis for Trenton Municipal Court, located at 225 North Clinton Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey 08607.
Required languages include Spanish, Polish, Russian, Korean, Portuguese, Sign Language, Chinese-Mandarin, Greek, Arabic, Panjabi, Japanese, French Creole-Haitian, African-Loma, and Urdu. The contract term is for one (1) year. Sealed proposals are due by October 28, 2026, at 11:00 AM, and must be submitted to Isabel C. Garcia, QPA, Purchasing Agent, Division of Purchasing, 1st floor, 319 East State Street, Trenton, NJ 08608. A virtual proposal opening will be held via Zoom. Proposers must be approved by the New Jersey Supreme Court and listed in the Registry of Interpreting Resources. Evaluation criteria include experience and reputation in the field (25%), availability for City meetings (25%), references (20%), background check requirement (15%), and other factors in the best interest of the City (15%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience and reputation in the field - 25%, Availability to accommodate any required meetings of the City of Trenton - 25%, References may be requested - 20%, Such other factors demonstrated to be in the best interest of the city of Trenton - 15%, Background Check Required prior to commence of work - 15%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- City of Trenton Acknowledgment of Receipt of Addenda
- Statement of Ownership Disclosure
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Affirmative Action Regulations Questionnaire / Exhibit A
- Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
- Certification of Non-Debarment for Federal Government Contracts
- Political Contribution Disclosure Form
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Disclosure of Prohibited Activities in Russia and Belarus
- Three (3) References
- Ethics Complaint Disclosure
- City of Trenton Resident Employment Policy
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- Division of Purchasing, 1st floor, 319 East State Street, Trenton, NJ 08608
- Scope location
- Trenton, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Trenton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Division of Purchasing, 1st floor, 319 East State Street, Trenton, NJ 08608. For questions, contact Isabel C. Garcia.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Trenton 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?
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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 Isabel C. Garcia at (609) 989-3139. 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: "Experience and reputation in the field - 25%, Availability to accommodate any required meetings of the City of Trenton - 25%, References may be requested - 20%, Such other factors demonstrated to be i..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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 October 28, 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: City of Trenton Acknowledgment of Receipt of Addenda, Statement of Ownership Disclosure, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Affirmative Action Regulations Questionnaire / Exhibit A, Americans with Disabilities. Review the full document from City of Trenton for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Trenton, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.