Rfp Rfp Managed Information Technology Services Posted: 08/03/2026 04:00 Pm Due By: 08/14/2026 10:00 Am

The City of Bayonne, New Jersey, is soliciting proposals from qualified Professional Services providers for Managed Information Technology Services. This comprehensive RFP seeks a vendor to evaluate the City's existing network, equipment, and IT policies and procedures, offering recommendations for improvements and modifications. The scope of work encompasses the repair, service, and maintenance of computer system equipment, software, operating systems, and related peripheral devices. Key responsibilities also include managing VPN and Cyber Security, developing, implementing, and maintaining multi-network, multi-user Local Area Networks (LAN), Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN), Metropolitan Area Networks (MAN), and Wide Area Networks (WAN), alongside maintaining centralized, decentralized, and remote network services. The selected contractor will be crucial in ensuring network security and data integrity, providing expert consultations to troubleshoot and resolve network problems, and monitoring overall performance to conduct necessary upgrades as authorized by the municipal administration. This initiative aims to enhance the City's technological infrastructure and operational efficiency through professional IT management. Prospective contractors must demonstrate significant experience, with a minimum of five (5) years providing managed Information Technology services to public entities comparable in size and scope to the City of Bayonne. Responding firms are required to list past and present municipal or government authorities they have represented, showcasing their relevant experience and expertise. While there are no mandatory pre-bid meetings or site visits specified, firms must obtain the complete solicitation package and adhere to all submission requirements. Additionally, successful contractors will be required to maintain extensive insurance coverage, including Workers' Compensation, General Liability with limits of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, Automotive Liability with limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, and Professional Liability with limits of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence. Certificates of insurance must name the "City of Bayonne" as an additional insured. All proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the vendor's name and the nature of the professional services contract. Submissions must include one (1) original signed copy, which should be either bound or stapled, along with one (1) electronic copy of the entire document on a USB drive or disc. Mandatory submission forms include the "Proposal, Qualifications and Costs Submission Form," a signed and notarized "Non-Collusion Affidavit," a signed Disclosure of Ownership form, a copy of the vendor's current New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, a Certificate of Good Standing from the State of New Jersey Department of the Treasury, Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services, and a signed W-9 form. Responses must be sent to the City of Bayonne, Attn: Office of the City Clerk, 630 Avenue C, Room 2, Bayonne, New Jersey 07002, and must be received by the firm deadline of August 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local prevailing time. A public opening of proposals will occur on August 14, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at the Dorothy E. Harrington Municipal Council Chambers.