Middlesex County - Psychological Testing of Officer Candidates - Bid B-27-242 (2026)
Middlesex CountyCounty · New Brunswick, NJ- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Jeremy Vajda
- (732) 498-9770
The 30-second brief
Middlesex County seeks bids from qualified New Jersey licensed psychologists to provide in-person psychological testing, clinical interviews, psychometric testing, fitness for duty exams (FFDE), and critical incident debriefing (CISD) for officer candidates and incumbent personnel across various agencies including the Sheriff's Office, Prosecutor's Office, and Department of Corrections & Youth Services. The contract term is twenty-four (24) consecutive months. Bids are due by November 13, 2026, at 10:00 am, and must be submitted electronically via the Middlesex County Electronic Procurement Portal. Bidders must comply with New Jersey prevailing wage laws, affirmative action requirements, business registration, and maintain specified commercial general liability, automobile, and workers' compensation insurance.
Psychological Testing of one (1) candidate; One (1) Fitness for Duty Exam; One (1) Critical Incident Debriefing
Lowest Unit Cost Per Psychological Test on Bid Sheet 1
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Summary
Middlesex County seeks bids from qualified New Jersey licensed psychologists to provide in-person psychological testing, clinical interviews, psychometric testing, fitness for duty exams (FFDE), and critical incident debriefing (CISD) for officer candidates and incumbent personnel across various agencies including the Sheriff's Office, Prosecutor's Office, and Department of Corrections & Youth Services.
The contract term is twenty-four (24) consecutive months. Bids are due by November 13, 2026, at 10:00 am, and must be submitted electronically via the Middlesex County Electronic Procurement Portal. Bidders must comply with New Jersey prevailing wage laws, affirmative action requirements, business registration, and maintain specified commercial general liability, automobile, and workers' compensation insurance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest Unit Cost Per Psychological Test on Bid Sheet 1
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Psychological Testing of one (1) candidate
- One (1) Fitness for Duty Exam
- One (1) Critical Incident Debriefing
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Statement of Ownership, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Bidder's Submittal Checklist, Notice of Exceptions, Price Certification Signature Form, Corporate Resolution, Business Registration Certificate, Certificate of Liability Insurance, W-9, ADA Compliance Form, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran, Disclosure of Prohibited Activities in Russia and Belarus, EEO Affirmative Action Compliance Notice and Certificate of Employee Information Report, Certification of Non-Debarment, FTA Lobbying Certification, Standard Form - LLL Disclosure of Lobbying Activities, Qualified Business Enterprise Documentation
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/middlesexcountynj
- Scope location
- New Brunswick, NJ
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Middlesex County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/middlesexcountynj. For questions, contact Jeremy Vajda.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Middlesex 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 Jeremy Vajda at (732) 498-9770. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Psychological Testing of one (1) candidate; One (1) Fitness for Duty Exam; One (1) Critical Incident Debriefing. 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: "Lowest Unit Cost Per Psychological Test on Bid Sheet 1" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Middlesex County?
All active and historical solicitations from Middlesex County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Middlesex 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 November 13, 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Statement of Ownership, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Bidder's Submittal Checklist, Notice of Exceptions, Price Certification Signature Form, Corporate Resolution, Business Registration Certificate, Certif. Review the full document from Middlesex 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: New Brunswick, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.