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Essex County, New Jersey bids and RFPs

Essex County, New Jersey posts bids and quote requests on Own portal, no vendor named. Purchasing contact: Office of Purchasing, 973-621-5100. Board of County Commissioners agendas are published on the county's own website (agenda PDFs).

Bids on Own portal, no vendor named
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Key facts for bidders

Where bids are posted
Own procurement portal (essexcountynjprocure.org, Opportunities tab; results on Purchasing page)
Bid platform
County-run bid portals
Purchasing contact
Office of Purchasing973-621-5100
Board of County Commissioners agendas
Own website (agenda PDFs)

Source: Essex County website

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How to bid in Essex County

  1. Find the bid

    Essex County, New Jersey posts bids and quote requests on Own portal, no vendor named.

  2. Get the documents

    Register as a vendor on Own portal, no vendor named to download bid documents and receive addenda.

  3. Prepare your forms

    Most bids ask for: W-9; Certificate of insurance; Signed bid form and pricing sheet; Acknowledgment of every addendum.

  4. Submit before the deadline

    Follow the bid's instructions exactly: sealed envelope, mail, hand delivery or online upload. Late bids are usually rejected.

  5. Watch for the award

    Contracts are usually approved at a Board of County Commissioners meeting; agendas are on the county's own website (agenda PDFs).

State rules, forms and thresholds: How to sell to New Jersey counties. New to county bidding? Read how to find county bids and the bid checklist.

Questions about bidding in Essex County

How do I find bids from Essex County, New Jersey?

Essex County, New Jersey posts bids and quote requests on Own portal, no vendor named. Register as a vendor on Own portal, no vendor named to download bid documents and receive addenda.

Does Essex County use Own portal, no vendor named?

Yes. Essex County posts its bids and quote requests on Own portal, no vendor named. FactWise also lists them, free to view.

How do I register as a vendor with Essex County?

Register on Own portal, no vendor named so you can download documents and receive addenda. Ask the purchasing contact (Office of Purchasing, 973-621-5100) whether the county keeps a vendor list and how to get on it. See our guide to registering as a county vendor.

Who is the purchasing contact for Essex County, New Jersey?

Office of Purchasing, 973-621-5100.

When does the Essex County Board of County Commissioners meet?

Meeting dates and agendas are published on the county's own website (agenda PDFs). Agendas often show upcoming purchases before the bid is advertised, and contracts are usually approved at these meetings.

What forms do I need to bid in Essex County, New Jersey?

Each bid lists its own requirements. Most bids ask for: W-9; Certificate of insurance; Signed bid form and pricing sheet; Acknowledgment of every addendum.

Can I get alerts for new Essex County bids?

Yes. Follow Essex County on FactWise to get new bids and quote requests by email. Following up to 2 counties is free.