County of Ocean - Printing, Labeling, Binding and Mailing Services - 300178 (2026)
Ocean CountyCounty · NJ- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- 5 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Jennifer Bowens
- (732) 929-2101
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The County of Ocean is requesting qualifications for printing, labeling, binding, and mailing services under a two-year contract term. The scope of work includes election-related printing, labeling, binding, and mailing services; printing, labeling, and mailing of tax assessment notices; and all printing, mailing, and binding services requested by various Ocean County departments. Providers must own or maintain a full-service printing and mailing facility within Ocean County. Submissions are due by October 22, 2026, at 4:00 PM and must be submitted electronically. Required criteria include staff qualifications, experience, understanding of the scope of work, office location, and completeness of submittal.
Qualifications of the individuals who will perform the tasks and the amounts of their respective participation, 30%; Experience in providing the services requested by the County and references related thereto, 30%; A statement of the proposer's understanding of the Scope of Work and the ability to perform the tasks in a timely fashion, including staffing and familiarity with the subject matter and the County, 20%; Location (distance) of primary office in relation to the County administrative offices, 10%; Thoroughness and completeness of the applicant's submittal, 10%
SUMMARY
The County of Ocean is requesting qualifications for printing, labeling, binding, and mailing services under a two-year contract term.
The scope of work includes election-related printing, labeling, binding, and mailing services; printing, labeling, and mailing of tax assessment notices; and all printing, mailing, and binding services requested by various Ocean County departments. Providers must own or maintain a full-service printing and mailing facility within Ocean County. Submissions are due by October 22, 2026, at 4:00 PM and must be submitted electronically. Required criteria include staff qualifications, experience, understanding of the scope of work, office location, and completeness of submittal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications of the individuals who will perform the tasks and the amounts of their respective participation, 30%; Experience in providing the services requested by the County and references related thereto, 30%; A statement of the proposer's understanding of the Scope of Work and the ability to perform the tasks in a timely fashion, including staffing and familiarity with the subject matter and the County, 20%; Location (distance) of primary office in relation to the County administrative offices, 10%; Thoroughness and completeness of the applicant's submittal, 10%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Vendor Questionnaire
- Signature Page
- Non Collusion Certification
- Affirmative Action Questionnaire
- Statement of Ownership
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/oceancounty/projects/300178
- 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. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/oceancounty/projects/300178. 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, 30%; Experience in providing the services requested by the County and references related..." 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 2 years. 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Vendor Questionnaire, Signature Page, Non Collusion Certification, Affirmative Action Questionnaire, Statement of Ownership, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran. 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.