Rahway Board of Education Payroll and Health Benefits Services RFP #11-202627
Rahway Public School DistrictSchool · Rahway, NJ- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1.5 years
- Primary contact
- Eric Burnside
The 30-second brief
The Rahway Board of Education seeks a qualified and experienced firm to provide comprehensive payroll and health benefits services, general ledger/payroll processing, and third-party disbursements for approximately 700 employees. The district operates under a budget of $123,715,922 across four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school in Rahway, Union County, New Jersey. Services include semi-monthly payroll on the 14th and 28th, tax deposits, pension administration, health benefits enrollments, position control, W-2 printing, ACA reporting, and a self-service employee portal compatible with Genesis Educational Services. Proposals are due by October 29, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Mandatory compliance includes New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, Chapter 271 Political Contribution Disclosure, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Statement of Ownership, and criminal history background checks.
Technical Criterion 40 points, Management Criterion 30 points, Cost Criterion 30 points
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Summary
The Rahway Board of Education seeks a qualified and experienced firm to provide comprehensive payroll and health benefits services, general ledger/payroll processing, and third-party disbursements for approximately 700 employees.
The district operates under a budget of $123,715,922 across four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school in Rahway, Union County, New Jersey. Services include semi-monthly payroll on the 14th and 28th, tax deposits, pension administration, health benefits enrollments, position control, W-2 printing, ACA reporting, and a self-service employee portal compatible with Genesis Educational Services. Proposals are due by October 29, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Mandatory compliance includes New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, Chapter 271 Political Contribution Disclosure, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Statement of Ownership, and criminal history background checks.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Technical Criterion 40 points
- Management Criterion 30 points
- Cost Criterion 30 points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Chapter 271 Political Contribution Disclosure Form
- CC/RFP Proposal Form--Signed
- Statement of Ownership
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Acknowledgment of Addenda Issued
- Affirmative Action Certificate of Employee Information Report
- Assurance of Compliance Statement
- Business Registration Certificate
- Contractor/Vendor Questionnaire and Certification
- Iran: Disclosure of Investment Activities
- Russia or Belarus; Certification Prohibited Activities
- Submit to
- Rahway Board of Education, 1139 Kline Place, Rahway, New Jersey 07065
- Duration
- 19 months
- Scope location
- Rahway, NJ
- Reported agency
- Rahway Board of Education
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Rahway Public School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Rahway Board of Education, 1139 Kline Place, Rahway, New Jersey 07065. For questions, contact Eric Burnside.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Rahway Public School District 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 Eric Burnside. 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: "Technical Criterion 40 points, Management Criterion 30 points, Cost Criterion 30 points" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Rahway Public School District?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1.5 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: Chapter 271 Political Contribution Disclosure Form, CC/RFP Proposal Form--Signed, Statement of Ownership, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Acknowledgment of Addenda Issued, Affirmative Action Certificate of E. Review the full document from Rahway Public School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Rahway, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.