Department of Community Affairs - Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program and Universal Service Fund RFP - 2026
Division of Codes and Standards | State of New JerseyState · NJ- Due
- Jul 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 8, 2026
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Summary
The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, Division of Housing & Community Resources issues a Request for Proposals for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and Universal Service Fund (USF).
LIHEAP provides targeted financial assistance to low-income households to reduce heating and cooling costs, prevent service shutoffs, and increase energy security, funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. USF provides financial assistance to keep electric and gas costs affordable, funded by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities Societal Benefits Charge. Eligible applicants include Community Based Organizations (CBOs) with IRS 501(c)(3) status, Units of Local Government (ULGs), and nonprofit organizations. The submission deadline is July 10, 2026, at 11:59 pm via SAGE, following a virtual technical assistance session on June 25, 2026.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
completed mandatory compliance forms
- Submit to
- https://www.njstart.gov/bso/
- Scope location
- New Jersey, NJ
- Reported agency
- Department of Community Affairs, State of New Jersey
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Division of Codes and Standards | State of New Jersey?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.njstart.gov/bso/.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Division of Codes and Standards | State of New Jersey 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.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Division of Codes and Standards | State of New Jersey?
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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: completed mandatory compliance forms. Review the full document from Division of Codes and Standards | State of New Jersey for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New Jersey, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
