Request For Qualifications: Professionals and Other Services for Appointment From January 1, 2027 Thru December 31, 2027

The Middlesex County Improvement Authority (MCIA) is soliciting qualifications and proposals for the appointment of professionals to provide extraordinary unspecifiable and other professional services for the period of January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027. This firm fixed contract, identified as solicitation 26-03, requires electronic submissions via the MCIA procurement portal by November 19, 2026. Evaluation is based on a weighted scoring system focusing on the provider's experience, staffing capabilities, familiarity with the MCIA or similar public entities, and their understanding of the scope of work. The selection process is conducted as a fair and open process, and the authority reserves the right to interview vendors who meet the minimum threshold criteria. Applicants must provide a 2027 fee schedule, a price certification signature form, and detailed information regarding the education and experience of the individuals performing the tasks. Compliance requirements are extensive, including mandatory New Jersey Business Registration Certificates, EEO affirmative action evidence, and adherence to prevailing wage laws. Contractors must also comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and HIPAA regulations for medical information security. Administrative terms include a requirement to maintain records for five years for state audit purposes and a payment process where invoices are submitted monthly and approved during the board's regular meetings on the second Wednesday of each month.