Ocean County Agricultural Supplies Bid 2025 - B2025-190
Ocean Co JdcSchool · Toms River, NJ- Due
- Nov 18, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jessica Hannold
- (732) 929-2103
The 30-second brief
The County of Ocean is soliciting sealed electronic bids for the furnishing and delivery of various agricultural supplies under Bid B2025-190. The extensive scope includes fertilizers (organic, turf starter, limestone), grass seeds (bluegrass, ryegrass, tall fescue), liquid and granular herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, soil conditioners, and bird seed. The contract is for a one-year term from January 15, 2026, through January 14, 2027. Bidders must submit through the Ocean County Online Procurement Portal. The solicitation requires compliance with New Jersey Business Registration, Equal Employment Opportunity (N.J.S.A. 10:5-31), and Americans with Disabilities Act provisions. Bids will be awarded on a line-item basis to the lowest responsible bidders.
Pricing Proposal, Signature Page, Non-Collusion Certification, Affirmative Action Questionnaire, Statement of Ownership, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran, Certification of Non-Involvement in Russia or Belarus
Lowest responsible bid on a line item basis, quality, adherence to specifications, suitability, delivery terms, and warranty provisions
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Summary
The County of Ocean is soliciting sealed electronic bids for the furnishing and delivery of various agricultural supplies under Bid B2025-190.
The extensive scope includes fertilizers (organic, turf starter, limestone), grass seeds (bluegrass, ryegrass, tall fescue), liquid and granular herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, soil conditioners, and bird seed. The contract is for a one-year term from January 15, 2026, through January 14, 2027. Bidders must submit through the Ocean County Online Procurement Portal. The solicitation requires compliance with New Jersey Business Registration, Equal Employment Opportunity (N.J.S.A. 10:5-31), and Americans with Disabilities Act provisions. Bids will be awarded on a line-item basis to the lowest responsible bidders.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Lowest responsible bid on a line item basis
- Quality
- Adherence to specifications
- Suitability
- Delivery terms
- Warranty provisions
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Pricing Proposal
- Signature Page
- Non-Collusion Certification
- Affirmative Action Questionnaire
- Statement of Ownership
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Certification of Non-Involvement in Russia or Belarus
- Submit to
- Toms River, NJ
- Scope location
- Toms River, NJ
- Reported agency
- County of Ocean
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Ocean Co Jdc?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 18, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Toms River, NJ. For questions, contact Jessica Hannold.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Ocean Co Jdc 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 Jessica Hannold at (732) 929-2103. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Pricing Proposal, Signature Page, Non-Collusion Certification, Affirmative Action Questionnaire, Statement of Ownership, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran, Certification of Non-Involvement in Russia or Belarus. 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 responsible bid on a line item basis, quality, adherence to specifications, suitability, delivery terms, and warranty provisions" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ocean Co Jdc?
All active and historical solicitations from Ocean Co Jdc are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Ocean Co Jdc 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 1 year. 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. Review the full document from Ocean Co Jdc for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Toms River, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.