SWEP SPECIAL PROGRAM 2026

The City of East Orange is actively seeking proposals for its SWEP SPECIAL PROGRAM 2026, designed to benefit high school students residing within the City of East Orange. This Request for Proposal (RFP) is issued in compliance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4.1(k), et seq., demonstrating the municipality's commitment to youth development and educational initiatives. The core project involves the implementation and execution of a specialized program aimed at engaging and supporting high school students. The comprehensive scope of work requires the selected contractor to deliver a program that aligns with the City's objectives for its student population, ensuring a positive and impactful experience. This solicitation represents a significant opportunity for qualified entities to partner with the City of East Orange in fostering community growth and educational advancement for its younger residents. Prospective professional service contractors must meet stringent compliance requirements as outlined by New Jersey state statutes. Specifically, respondents are mandated to adhere to N.J.S.A. 10:5-33 et seq. concerning Affirmative Action, N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq. pertaining to Contract Compliance and Equal Employment Opportunities in Public Contracts, and N.J.S.A. 52:25-24.2 for Disclosure of Ownership. While no explicit contractor licenses or mandatory pre-bid meetings are mentioned, all proposals must be submitted exclusively on the official Proposal Forms provided by the City. Submissions not utilizing these forms are subject to rejection, emphasizing the importance of meticulous adherence to the prescribed format and inclusion of appropriately checked literature. All proposals for the SWEP SPECIAL PROGRAM 2026 must be submitted electronically through the City of East Orange’s OpenGov Procurement portal, accessible via https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/eastorange-nj/projects/235555. The definitive deadline for proposal submission is April 21, 2026, at precisely 11:00 am; any proposals received after this timestamp will be deemed unacceptable. Furthermore, all inquiries and requests for additional information must be channeled exclusively through the same E-Procurement portal. No modifications, withdrawals, or cancellations of proposals are permitted for sixty (60) days following the submission deadline. For any questions regarding this restriction or other procedural aspects, bidders may contact Edward Cho, the Purchasing Agent, at (973) 266-5162.