County of Ocean Lumber and Lumber Supplies Bid Package 2026
Ocean CountyCounty · NJ- Due
- Oct 27, 2026
- 11 days left
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jeanette Cassidy
- (732) 929-2101
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The County of Ocean is seeking bids from qualified contractors to supply dimensional lumber, treated lumber, plywood, bridge materials, drywall products, molding, hardware, and related building supplies on an as-needed basis. The contract covers construction, maintenance, and repair operations across county facilities, utilizing a percentage discount off vendor catalog or website pricing across thirteen specific line-item pricing categories. Vendors must maintain adequate stock levels, meet FOB destination delivery requirements within two working days for stocked items, and comply with strict invoicing, check-in, and warranty provisions. The submission deadline is October 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM, with bids to be submitted to the County of Ocean, located at 101 Hooper Avenue, Room 224, Toms River, NJ 08754.
ITEM #1 – GENERAL LUMBER AND LUMBER SUPPLIES, ITEM #2 – DIMENSIONAL LUMBER (UNTREATED), ITEM #3 – PRESSURE TREATED LUMBER, ITEM #4 – BRIDGE MATERIAL AND HEAVY TIMBER, ITEM #5 – PLYWOOD AND SHEATHING PRODUCTS, ITEM #6 – VENEER AND CABINET GRADE MATERIALS, ITEM #7 – CLEAR PINE, HARDWOOD, AND SPECIALTY WOOD MATERIALS, ITEM #8 – DRYWALL AND GYPSUM PRODUCTS, ITEM #9 – MOLDING AND FINISH TRIM, ITEM #10 – HARDWARE AND FASTENERS, ITEM #11 – BUILDING ACCESSORIES AND PANELS, ITEM #12 – TRAINING AND SPECIALTY USE MATERIALS, ITEM #13 – MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS NOT LISTED HEREIN
Responsiveness and responsibility
SUMMARY
The County of Ocean is seeking bids from qualified contractors to supply dimensional lumber, treated lumber, plywood, bridge materials, drywall products, molding, hardware, and related building supplies on an as-needed basis.
The contract covers construction, maintenance, and repair operations across county facilities, utilizing a percentage discount off vendor catalog or website pricing across thirteen specific line-item pricing categories. Vendors must maintain adequate stock levels, meet FOB destination delivery requirements within two working days for stocked items, and comply with strict invoicing, check-in, and warranty provisions. The submission deadline is October 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM, with bids to be submitted to the County of Ocean, located at 101 Hooper Avenue, Room 224, Toms River, NJ 08754.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Responsiveness and responsibility
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
15- ITEM #1 – GENERAL LUMBER AND LUMBER SUPPLIES
- ITEM #2 – DIMENSIONAL LUMBER (UNTREATED)
- ITEM #3 – PRESSURE TREATED LUMBER
- ITEM #4 – BRIDGE MATERIAL AND HEAVY TIMBER
- ITEM #5 – PLYWOOD AND SHEATHING PRODUCTS
- ITEM #6 – VENEER AND CABINET GRADE MATERIALS
- ITEM #7 – CLEAR PINE
- HARDWOOD
- SPECIALTY WOOD MATERIALS
- ITEM #8 – DRYWALL AND GYPSUM PRODUCTS
- ITEM #9 – MOLDING AND FINISH TRIM
- ITEM #10 – HARDWARE AND FASTENERS
- ITEM #11 – BUILDING ACCESSORIES AND PANELS
- ITEM #12 – TRAINING AND SPECIALTY USE MATERIALS
- ITEM #13 – MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS NOT LISTED HEREIN
- Submit to
- 101 Hooper Avenue, Room 224, Toms River, NJ 08754
- Scope location
- Toms River, NJ
- Reported agency
- County of Ocean
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Ocean County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 27, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 101 Hooper Avenue, Room 224, Toms River, NJ 08754. For questions, contact Jeanette Cassidy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Ocean County 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 Jeanette Cassidy at (732) 929-2101. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: ITEM #1 – GENERAL LUMBER AND LUMBER SUPPLIES, ITEM #2 – DIMENSIONAL LUMBER (UNTREATED), ITEM #3 – PRESSURE TREATED LUMBER, ITEM #4 – BRIDGE MATERIAL AND HEAVY TIMBER, ITEM #5 – PLYWOOD AND SHEATHING PRODUCTS, ITEM #6 – VENEER AND CABINET GRADE MATERIALS, ITEM #7 – CLEAR PINE, HARDWOOD, AND SPECIALTY. 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: "Responsiveness and responsibility" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ocean County?
All active and historical solicitations from Ocean County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Ocean County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 27, 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 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. Review the full document from Ocean County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Toms River, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.