VENDING MACHINE CONCESSION SERVICES

The City of East Orange is actively seeking proposals for Vending Machine Concession Services through a competitive contracting process, aligned with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4.1(e), et seq. This vital procurement aims to secure comprehensive vending machine services, encompassing the essential installation, ongoing operation, and meticulous maintenance of all vending machines, associated equipment, necessary connections, and auxiliary requirements. The selected contractor will also be responsible for the consistent stocking and restocking of products, alongside efficiently managing refund requests to ensure seamless service delivery across municipal facilities. This project underscores the City's commitment to enhancing amenities for its residents and employees through modern, well-maintained vending solutions. Prospective contractors must demonstrate full compliance with several critical New Jersey statutes and regulations. These include 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). While the advertisement does not specify mandatory pre-bid meetings or site visits, compliance with these regulatory frameworks is a prerequisite for all professional service contractors. Respondents are advised to review the detailed Request for Proposals for any additional qualification specifics. All proposals must be submitted electronically via the City’s OpenGov Procurement portal, accessible at https://procurement.opengov.com/governments/10682973/projects/230169/manage. The definitive deadline for proposal submission is March 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM; any submissions received after this precise time will be automatically rejected. It is mandatory for all proposals to be presented exclusively on the official Proposal Forms provided by the City, adhering strictly to all stated format requirements, with non-conforming submissions subject to rejection. Questions and requests for information must be submitted through the E-Procurement portal by February 25, 2026, at 11:00 AM. For any inquiries, the Purchasing Agent can be reached at (973) 266-5162. No bid security or bonds are explicitly mentioned in this initial advertisement.