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UPDATE 8/12/24: This RFQ was amended on 8/12/24. Please review the documents below:

• RFQ
• RFQ Amendment Notice #1 (7/24/24)
• RFQ Amendment Notice #2 (8/12/24)

Overview:  The purpose of this RFQ is to solicit Quotes from social science research firms to provide research services which will supply the content for web-based, interactive sectoral career maps, including developing narrative content for the career maps using a combination of interviews, focus groups and desk research. 

Quotes will only be accepted from Bidders with an active GSA contract under SIN 541611.

Important Dates: Dates are subject to change. All times contained in the Request for Quotation refer to Eastern Time. In the event that it becomes necessary to revise this Request for Quotation, such clarification will be by Amendment which will be posted on the website.

• July 31, 2024 at 2PM: Deadline for all questions in response to this RFQ to be submitted via email to CompetitiveBids@dol.nj.gov

• August 27, 2024 at 2PM: Deadline for all proposals to be submitted via email to CompetitiveBids@dol.nj.gov

Required Documents: Quotation/Proposal submissions must include the following:

• Technical Quote
• State Supplied Price Sheet

Required Forms and Certifications: Bidders are required to complete and submit the following forms and certifications. Additionally, a Bidder may attach completed forms to its NJSTART Vendor Profile. Refer to QRGs “Vendor Forms” and “Attaching Files” for additional instructions. 

1. Ownership Disclosure Form;
2. Disclosure of Investment Activities In Iran Form;
3. Disclosure of Investigations and Other Actions Involving Bidder Form;
4. MacBride Principles Form;
5. Source Disclosure;
6. Two-Year Vendor Certification and Disclosure of Political Contributions” Chapter 51 Forms”;
7. Affirmative Action Certificate (This can now be completed online, and it takes five (5) business days to update in NJSTART);
8. Proof of Business Registration;
9. Proof of Insurance (Acord Certificate) listing the State as an additional insured, with respect to General Liability and Automobile Liability, meeting at a minimum the amounts detailed in Section 4.2 of the SSTCs; and
10. Certification Regarding Prohibited Activities with Russia or Belarus.

These forms can be found at: https://www.state.nj.us/treasury/purchase/forms.shtml

UPDATE 7/2/24: This RFQ was amended on 7/2/24. Please review the amended documents below:

• RFQ
• RFQ Amendment Notice

UPDATE 5/31/24: This RFQ was amended on 5/31/24 following the Q&A period. Please review the amended documents below:

• State Supplied Price Sheet
• Q&A document

Overview: The purpose of this RFQ [UPDATED 7/2/24] is to solicit Proposals from qualified vendors to provide NJDOL assistance in launching and maintaining Industry Partnerships that integrate and align to the Next Generation Sector Partnerships service model to meet the needs of businesses and ensure sustained partner engagement. 

Important Dates: Dates are subject to change. All times contained in the Request for Quotation refer to Eastern Time. In the event that it becomes necessary to revise this Request for Quotation, such clarification will be by Amendment which will be posted on the website.

• May 31, 2024 at 2PM: Deadline for all questions in response to this RFQ to be submitted via email to CompetitiveBids@dol.nj.gov

• July 12, 2024 at 2PM: Deadline for all proposals to be submitted via email to CompetitiveBids@dol.nj.gov

Required Documents: Quotation/Proposal submissions must include the following:

• Technical Quote
• State Supplied Price Sheet [UPDATED 5/31/24]

Required Forms and Certifications: Bidders are required to complete and submit the following forms and certifications. Additionally, a Bidder may attach completed forms to its NJSTART Vendor Profile. Refer to QRGs “Vendor Forms” and “Attaching Files” for additional instructions. 

1. Ownership Disclosure Form;
2. Disclosure of Investment Activities In Iran Form;
3. Disclosure of Investigations and Other Actions Involving Bidder Form;
4. MacBride Principles Form;
5. Source Disclosure;
6. Two-Year Vendor Certification and Disclosure of Political Contributions” Chapter 51 Forms”;
7. Affirmative Action Certificate (This can now be completed online, and it takes five (5) business days to update in NJSTART);
8. Proof of Business Registration;
9. Proof of Insurance (Acord Certificate) listing the State as an additional insured, with respect to General Liability and Automobile Liability, meeting at a minimum the amounts detailed in Section 4.2 of the SSTCs; and
10. Certification Regarding Prohibited Activities with Russia or Belarus.

These forms can be found at: https://www.state.nj.us/treasury/purchase/forms.shtml