Passaic County Improvement Authority - Underwriting Services Pool - RFQ - 2026
Passaic CountyCounty · Paterson, NJ- Due
- Feb 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Gary Schaer
The 30-second brief
The Passaic County Improvement Authority is seeking qualifications from firms to provide professional underwriting services for the issuance of bonds and project financings over the coming year. Eligible firms must demonstrate experience in guaranteed underwriting and the marketing and pricing of governmental bonds in New Jersey, with at least $3 billion in governmental and conduit financing entity bond underwriting over the last five years. Submissions must include firm organizational structure, identification of lead personnel, three public issuer references, and conflict of interest disclosures. Responses are due by February 12, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at 401 Grand Street, Room 417, Paterson, New Jersey 07505.
Qualifications and experience of the firm, Technical approach in marketing, pricing and underwriting, Qualifications and experience of proposed staff
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Summary
The Passaic County Improvement Authority is seeking qualifications from firms to provide professional underwriting services for the issuance of bonds and project financings over the coming year.
Eligible firms must demonstrate experience in guaranteed underwriting and the marketing and pricing of governmental bonds in New Jersey, with at least $3 billion in governmental and conduit financing entity bond underwriting over the last five years. Submissions must include firm organizational structure, identification of lead personnel, three public issuer references, and conflict of interest disclosures. Responses are due by February 12, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at 401 Grand Street, Room 417, Paterson, New Jersey 07505.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Qualifications and experience of the firm
- Technical approach in marketing
- Pricing and underwriting
- Qualifications and experience of proposed staff
- Submit to
- Passaic County Improvement Authority, 401 Grand Street, Room 417, Paterson, New Jersey 07505 and email to [email protected]
- Scope location
- Paterson, New Jersey
- Reported agency
- Passaic County Improvement Authority
Questions about this RFQ
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 February 12, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: Passaic County Improvement Authority, 401 Grand Street, Room 417, Paterson, New Jersey 07505 and email to [email protected]. For questions, contact Gary Schaer.
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 Gary Schaer. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Qualifications and experience of the firm, Technical approach in marketing, pricing and underwriting, Qualifications and 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. Review the full document from Passaic 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: Paterson, New Jersey. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.