New Jersey Infrastructure Bank - Technical Assistance Services for the New Jersey Water Bank - RFQ 2026
New Jersey Infrastructure BankPublic Authority · Lawrenceville, NJ- Due
- Feb 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
The 30-second brief
The New Jersey Infrastructure Bank (I-Bank) is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to establish two pools of qualified engineering and financial consulting firms: a Technical and Operational Services Pool and a Fiscal Services Pool, to provide consulting technical, operational, and financial services to communities and water systems seeking financial assistance through the New Jersey Environmental Infrastructure Financing Program (Water Bank) for environmental capital projects. The requested services include asset management planning, capital investment needs planning, H2LOans portal application assistance, public outreach, and development of planning and design procurement documentation for technical services, as well as fiscal condition assessments, long-term funding and capital strategy development, alternative governance and enterprise structure analysis, affordability, rate impact, and funding analysis, and implementation support for fiscal services. Proposals are due by 12:00 pm EST on February 27, 2026. The initial contract term is for three fiscal years commencing on or about April 1, 2026, and continuing until March 31, 2029, with options to extend for two additional one-year terms.
Experience, ability and resources of the firm (7), Personnel assigned to a project / Project Team (7), Understanding of the Scope of Work (4), Firm’s presence in New Jersey (1), Overall quality of response to this RFQ (3), Oral presentation if applicable (3)
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Summary
The New Jersey Infrastructure Bank (I-Bank) is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to establish two pools of qualified engineering and financial consulting firms: a Technical and Operational Services Pool and a Fiscal Services Pool, to provide consulting technical, operational, and financial services to communities and water systems seeking financial assistance through the New Jersey Environmental Infrastructure Financing Program (Water Bank) for environmental capital projects.
The requested services include asset management planning, capital investment needs planning, H2LOans portal application assistance, public outreach, and development of planning and design procurement documentation for technical services, as well as fiscal condition assessments, long-term funding and capital strategy development, alternative governance and enterprise structure analysis, affordability, rate impact, and funding analysis, and implementation support for fiscal services. Proposals are due by 12:00 pm EST on February 27, 2026. The initial contract term is for three fiscal years commencing on or about April 1, 2026, and continuing until March 31, 2029, with options to extend for two additional one-year terms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Transmittal Letter, Business Registration Certificate, Ownership Disclosure Form, Disclosure of Investigations and Other Actions Involving Bidder Form, Disclosure of Investment in Activities in Iran, Certification with respect to Engagement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus, Affirmative Action Employee Information Report (AA-302) or Certificate of Employee Information Report / Federal Letter of Approval, Chapter 271 Vendor Certification and Disclosure of Political Contributions, Chapter 51 and Executive Order 333 forms
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Trenton, NJ
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from New Jersey Infrastructure Bank?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 27, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including New Jersey Infrastructure Bank 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.
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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: "Experience, ability and resources of the firm (7), Personnel assigned to a project / Project Team (7), Understanding of the Scope of Work (4), Firm’s presence in New Jersey (1), Overall quality of res..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from New Jersey Infrastructure Bank?
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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 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: Transmittal Letter, Business Registration Certificate, Ownership Disclosure Form, Disclosure of Investigations and Other Actions Involving Bidder Form, Disclosure of Investment in Activities in Iran,. Review the full document from New Jersey Infrastructure Bank 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.