Method of Procurement

The following are the methods and types of OCUA procurements:

  • Requests for Proposals (RFP's) - Procurement practice of soliciting sealed proposals for professional services. Award is based on a variety of factors such as work plan and references.
  • Requests for Qualifications (RFQ's) - Procurement practice of soliciting sealed proposals for professional services. Award is based on a list of qualification factors and references.
  • Invitation to Bid (ITB) - Procurement practice of soliciting sealed bids for equipment, parts, supplies or public works projects. Award is based on the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
  • Request for quotes (RFQ's) - Informal quotations for purchases below the current New Jersey State bid threshold for goods and or services. Quotes may be requested verbally by phone if below $1000, or in writing by mail, fax or email.​
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