County of Ocean - Municipal Advisor Consulting Services - RFQ 2026
Ocean CountyCounty · NJ- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- 5 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jennifer Bowens
- (732) 929-2101
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The County of Ocean is requesting qualifications for municipal advisor consulting services for a one-year contract term. The successful candidate will provide financial guidance including debt issuance support, credit rating analysis, financing and re-financing opportunities, cash flow modeling, capital project financial impact analysis, budget assistance, and labor negotiation cost analysis. Responses are due by October 22, 2026, at 4:00 PM, and must be submitted electronically via DocuSign to the Purchasing Department at 101 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, NJ. Vendors must have at least two years of experience providing services to New Jersey public entities with annual operating budgets exceeding $400 million and an active debt insurance program.
Qualifications of the individuals who will perform the tasks and the amounts of their respective participation (25%), Experience in providing the services requested by the County and references related thereto (25%), Proposer's understanding of the Scope of Work and ability to perform tasks in a timely fashion (25%), Location of primary office in relation to County administrative offices (10%), Thoroughness and completeness of applicant's submittal (15%)
SUMMARY
The County of Ocean is requesting qualifications for municipal advisor consulting services for a one-year contract term.
The successful candidate will provide financial guidance including debt issuance support, credit rating analysis, financing and re-financing opportunities, cash flow modeling, capital project financial impact analysis, budget assistance, and labor negotiation cost analysis. Responses are due by October 22, 2026, at 4:00 PM, and must be submitted electronically via DocuSign to the Purchasing Department at 101 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, NJ. Vendors must have at least two years of experience providing services to New Jersey public entities with annual operating budgets exceeding $400 million and an active debt insurance program.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications of the individuals who will perform the tasks and the amounts of their respective participation (25%), Experience in providing the services requested by the County and references related thereto (25%), Proposer's understanding of the Scope of Work and ability to perform tasks in a timely fashion (25%), Location of primary office in relation to County administrative offices (10%), Thoroughness and completeness of applicant's submittal (15%)
- Submit to
- 101 Hooper Avenue, Purchasing Department, 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 RFQ from Ocean County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: 101 Hooper Avenue, Purchasing Department, Room 224, Toms River, NJ, 08754. For questions, contact Jennifer Bowens.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
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 RFQ 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 Jennifer Bowens at (732) 929-2101. 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: "Qualifications of the individuals who will perform the tasks and the amounts of their respective participation (25%), Experience in providing the services requested by the County and references relate..." 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.
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 22, 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 RFQ?
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.