New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Arbitration Services for the New Home Warranty Program RFP 2026
Department of Community Affairs | State of New JerseyState · Trenton, NJ- Due
- May 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jim Fahy
The 30-second brief
The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs seeks a professionally qualified arbitration service to provide arbitration on an as-needed basis to new homeowners and builders during dispute settlement under the New Home Warranty and Builders’ Registration Act. Services include assembling a statewide roster of experienced arbitrators (architects, engineers, building inspectors, and construction officials), providing training on negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and NHWP regulations, establishing administrative procedures, and generating quarterly fiscal and statistical reports. Pricing includes four categories: Arbitration, Major Structural Damage Arbitration, Arbitration Cancellation, and Cost Arbitration. The contract term is July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029. Proposals are due by 4:00 PM on May 15, 2026, submitted via USPS or electronically to Jim Fahy.
Arbitration; Major Structural Damage Arbitration; Arbitration Cancellation; Cost Arbitration
Price and other factors considered
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Summary
The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs seeks a professionally qualified arbitration service to provide arbitration on an as-needed basis to new homeowners and builders during dispute settlement under the New Home Warranty and Builders’ Registration Act.
Services include assembling a statewide roster of experienced arbitrators (architects, engineers, building inspectors, and construction officials), providing training on negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and NHWP regulations, establishing administrative procedures, and generating quarterly fiscal and statistical reports. Pricing includes four categories: Arbitration, Major Structural Damage Arbitration, Arbitration Cancellation, and Cost Arbitration. The contract term is July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029. Proposals are due by 4:00 PM on May 15, 2026, submitted via USPS or electronically to Jim Fahy.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price and other factors considered
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Arbitration
- Major Structural Damage Arbitration
- Arbitration Cancellation
- Cost Arbitration
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Pricing Sheet, Agency Request for Proposal PB-120 form, mandatory compliance forms, New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, proof of affirmative action compliance or New Jersey Certificate of Employee Information Report, Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- [email protected] or New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, Bureau of Homeowner Protection, ATTN: Jim Fahy, P.O. Box 805, Trenton, New Jersey 08608
- Scope location
- Trenton, NJ
- Reported agency
- New Jersey Department of Community Affairs
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Department of Community Affairs | State of New Jersey?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 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: [email protected] or New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, Bureau of Homeowner Protection, ATTN: Jim Fahy, P.O. Box 805, Trenton, New Jersey 08608. For questions, contact Jim Fahy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Department of Community Affairs | 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.
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 Jim Fahy. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Arbitration; Major Structural Damage Arbitration; Arbitration Cancellation; Cost Arbitration. 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: "Price and other factors considered" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Pricing Sheet, Agency Request for Proposal PB-120 form, mandatory compliance forms, New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, proof of affirmative action compliance or New Jersey Certificate of Em. Review the full document from Department of Community Affairs | 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: Trenton, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.