The Buildings and Grounds, Planning, Solid Waste Management agency within Ocean County is tasked with maintaining public infrastructure, managing environmental services, and ensuring the efficient operation of county facilities. Its core mission centers on sustaining clean, safe, and functional publ...
The Buildings and Grounds, Planning, Solid Waste Management agency within Ocean County is tasked with maintaining public infrastructure, managing environmental services, and ensuring the efficient operation of county facilities. Its core mission centers on sustaining clean, safe, and functional public spaces through integrated waste management, facility maintenance, and land use planning. Strategic priorities include modernizing solid waste handling systems, upgrading municipal buildings and equipment, and enhancing environmental compliance through professional engineering and architectural oversight. Key programs focus on hazardous and non-hazardous waste collection, janitorial and custodial services for public facilities, and infrastructure improvements aligned with coastal resilience and resource sustainability.
The agency procures a broad spectrum of support services essential to public operations, with recurring demand for janitorial services, commercial equipment repair, landscaping, and building system upgrades. Contracts frequently involve long-term service agreements for facility maintenance and specialized technical services, often awarded through competitive solicitation without set-asides. Procurement vehicles emphasize performance-based outcomes, particularly in waste management and infrastructure support, reflecting a preference for reliable, compliant vendors capable of delivering consistent operational continuity.
Primary NAICS categories targeted include janitorial services (561720), hazardous waste collection (562112), building equipment contracting (238290), and professional engineering and architectural services (541330, 541310). The agency also sources specialized services such as pumpout boat repowering (336611) and recycling facility upgrades, indicating a focus on operational resilience and environmental stewardship. Vendor relationships are driven by technical capability, regulatory compliance, and service reliability rather than diversity set-asides, with no preference for reserved contracting categories.
Operating under Ocean County’s Department of Buildings and Grounds, Planning, and Solid Waste Management, the agency serves all municipal and public facilities across Ocean County, New Jersey. It utilizes open solicitation processes for professional, construction, and support services, relying on competitive bidding to secure qualified contractors for infrastructure, environmental, and facility management needs.
