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Passaic County, Passaic County, NJ·County
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- Reported Agency
- Passaic County Improvement Authority
- Primary Contact
- Peter A. Tucci, Jr. · (201) 880-1800
- Scope Location
- State of New Jersey
- Submission Address
- 401 Grand Street, Room 417, Paterson, New Jersey 07505 (digital version via USB drive, email, dropbox, or other portal)
SUMMARY
The Passaic County Improvement Authority is seeking qualifications for professional and extraordinary unspecifiable services, specifically underwriting services for bonds. Responses are due electronically by October 16, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications and experience in providing underwriting services for governmental bonds, technical approach in marketing, pricing, and underwriting, and qualifications/experience of proposed staff.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Firm's organizational structure, office location, primary/direct responsible individuals, three references to public issuers, and identification of any conflicts of interest.
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFQ from Passaic County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 16, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 401 Grand Street, Room 417, Paterson, New Jersey 07505 (digital version via USB drive, email, dropbox, or other portal). For questions, contact Peter A. Tucci, Jr..
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Qualifications and experience in providing underwriting services for governmental bonds, technical approach in marketing, pricing, and underwriting, and qualifications/experience of proposed staff." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Passaic County?
All active and historical solicitations from Passaic County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Passaic County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Firm's organizational structure, office location, primary/direct responsible individuals, three references to public issuers, and identification of any conflicts of interest.. Review the full document from Passaic County for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Passaic 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 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.
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 Peter A. Tucci, Jr. at (201) 880-1800. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: State of New Jersey. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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