RFP No. 0000168

NJ Transit is soliciting proposals for general data collection and analysis services under RFP No. 0000168, with a posted date of May 8, 2026, and a response deadline of June 25, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. EST. The solicitation is open to state and local government entities, with a NAICS code of 541713 for scientific and technical consulting services. All work must be performed in New Jersey, and proposals must be submitted electronically via BidExpress.com; hard copies are not accepted. The estimated contract value ranges from $1.2 million to $2 million over a base period of three years with two optional one-year extensions, based on an annual budget ceiling of $400,000. Pricing is structured around fully loaded blended hourly rates for key roles such as Program Manager, Database Consultant, and GIS Consultant, though no formal CLINs or line-item pricing structures are defined. The award will be made using a trade-off approach, considering price and other factors, with final approval requiring NJ Transit’s Board of Directors. Proposal submissions must include a technical volume detailing qualifications, staffing plans, and methodologies, and a cost volume aligned with specified formats in Exhibits B and D. Key deliverables include monthly status reports, final project reports in both print and electronic formats, and compliance documentation. Performance must adhere to standards including NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-82, and ISO/IEC 27001/27002 for cybersecurity, with inspections and acceptance conducted solely at NJ Transit’s discretion at designated agency facilities. Contractors are required to conduct background checks on all personnel, promptly report security incidents, and obtain prior approval before replacing key staff, with replacements needing equivalent qualifications. Small Business Enterprise and Disabled Veteran-Owned Business participation is strongly emphasized, requiring certification through the SAVI system and submission of Form A2 and related compliance documentation. Proposals must also address disclosures regarding investment activities in Iran, involvement with Russia or Belarus, and any intention to perform work outside the United States, with non-compliance leading to disqualification. Documentation must be packaged with tamper-evident seals and properly labeled for data privacy, though specific barcoding or military packaging standards are not mandated. The contract includes no formal FAR clauses but incorporates NJ Transit-specific requirements through Exhibits A through F, covering scope of services,