Manalapan Township Leasing of Park Space for Ice Cream and Italian Ice Vending Bid #26-06 2026
Township of ManalapanCity · Manalapan, NJ- Due
- Sep 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Kaitlyn Safchinsky
- (732) 446-8352
The 30-second brief
The Township of Manalapan is soliciting sealed bids for Bid #26-06, regarding the leasing of park space for ice cream and Italian ice vending at the Manalapan Recreation Center. The successful bidder will operate mobile units to sell prepackaged or soft serve ice cream and scooped or prepackaged Italian ice during the 2027 and 2028 operating seasons (April 1 to October 31), with potential extensions to 2029 and 2030. A minimum bid of $14,500 per operating season is required. Bidders must comply with health department licensing, affirmative action requirements, and provide proof of insurance including general liability and worker's compensation. Sealed bids are due by 11:00 A.M. on September 15, 2026, at the Municipal Building in Manalapan, NJ.
Bid Proposal Form, Statement of Ownership Disclosure, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Evidence of Affirmative Action Compliance, Proof of Business Registration, W-9, Acknowledgement of Receipt of Revisions or Addenda, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran, Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus, Certification of Insurance, Written menu and suggested retail prices
Highest responsible base bid in compliance with all requirements
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Summary
The Township of Manalapan is soliciting sealed bids for Bid #26-06, regarding the leasing of park space for ice cream and Italian ice vending at the Manalapan Recreation Center.
The successful bidder will operate mobile units to sell prepackaged or soft serve ice cream and scooped or prepackaged Italian ice during the 2027 and 2028 operating seasons (April 1 to October 31), with potential extensions to 2029 and 2030. A minimum bid of $14,500 per operating season is required. Bidders must comply with health department licensing, affirmative action requirements, and provide proof of insurance including general liability and worker's compensation. Sealed bids are due by 11:00 A.M. on September 15, 2026, at the Municipal Building in Manalapan, NJ.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Highest responsible base bid in compliance with all requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Bid Proposal Form
- Statement of Ownership Disclosure
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Evidence of Affirmative Action Compliance
- Proof of Business Registration
- W-9
- Acknowledgement of Receipt of Revisions or Addenda
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus
- Certification of Insurance
- Written menu and suggested retail prices
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Bid Proposal Form
- Statement of Ownership Disclosure
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Affirmative Action Compliance Notice
- Americans with Disabilities Act form
- Acknowledgment of Revisions or Addenda
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Bid Document Checklist
- Submit to
- Room 216 of the Municipal Building, 120 Route 522 & Taylors Mills Road, Manalapan, New Jersey 07726
- Scope location
- Manalapan, NJ
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Township of Manalapan?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 15, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Room 216 of the Municipal Building, 120 Route 522 & Taylors Mills Road, Manalapan, New Jersey 07726. For questions, contact Kaitlyn Safchinsky.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Township of Manalapan 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 Kaitlyn Safchinsky at (732) 446-8352. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Proposal Form, Statement of Ownership Disclosure, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Evidence of Affirmative Action Compliance, Proof of Business Registration, W-9, Acknowledgement of Receipt of Revisions or Addenda, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran, Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibit. 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: "Highest responsible base bid in compliance with all requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Township of Manalapan?
All active and historical solicitations from Township of Manalapan are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Township of Manalapan 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.
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Proposal Form, Statement of Ownership Disclosure, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Affirmative Action Compliance Notice, Americans with Disabilities Act form, Acknowledgment of Revisions or Addenda, Discl. Review the full document from Township of Manalapan for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Manalapan, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.