Technical Assistance for U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Grant Programs

The City of East Orange is actively soliciting Statements of Qualifications and Performance from qualified firms to provide essential Technical Assistance for U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Grant Programs. This Request for Proposal (RFP) specifically targets professional services focusing on Grants Compliance and Management Assistance. The selected firm will be tasked with providing a wide array of services, with a primary emphasis on expertise in managing and ensuring compliance for various HUD programs, thereby supporting the City's efforts in effectively utilizing federal housing and urban development funds. This critical support aims to enhance the City's capacity to administer complex grant requirements and optimize program outcomes for its residents. Prospective contractors must demonstrate extensive experience and a broad service portfolio, with particular expertise in the intricacies of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development grant management. All Professional Service Contractors are mandated to comply with specific New Jersey statutes, including N.J.S.A. 10:5-33 et seq. (Affirmative Action), N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq. (Contract Compliance and Equal Employment Opportunities in Public Contracts), and N.J.S.A. 52:25-24.2 (Disclosure of Ownership). No mandatory pre-bid meetings or site visits are indicated in the provided text; however, all questions and requests for information must be submitted exclusively through the City’s E-Procurement portal. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the City’s OpenGov Procurement portal, accessible at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/eastorange-nj/projects/204725. The submission deadline is firm: October 29, 2025, before 11:00 am. It is crucial that all proposals are presented on the official Proposal Forms provided by the City and adhere strictly to any stated format requirements; non-compliant submissions may face rejection. Bidders are advised that proposals cannot be modified, withdrawn, or canceled for sixty (60) days after the submission deadline unless otherwise specified. For any inquiries regarding the proposal process, firms may contact the Purchasing Agent at (973) 266-5162.