Administration of the City of East Orange Off-Duty Law Enforcement Employment Program

The City of East Orange is actively seeking proposals for an entity to administer and manage its Off-Duty Law Enforcement Employment Program, operating under N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4.1(k), et seq. This comprehensive program management encompasses all aspects of coordinating, scheduling, and overseeing off-duty law enforcement personnel for various municipal needs, ensuring compliance with state regulations and internal city policies. The selected contractor will be responsible for the efficient and transparent operation of the program, including billing, officer assignment, record-keeping, and stakeholder communication, providing a critical service to maintain public safety and order within East Orange. The scope necessitates a robust administrative framework to handle the complexities inherent in managing external employment for law enforcement officers, reflecting the city's commitment to effective governance and public service delivery. Prospective contractors interested in this professional services opportunity must adhere to stringent New Jersey state requirements, 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 Contract), and N.J.S.A. 52:25-24.2 (Disclosure of Ownership). While specific licensing beyond these compliance mandates is not detailed, bidders should demonstrate substantial experience in program administration, particularly within public sector or law enforcement contexts. A highly recommended virtual Pre-proposal Conference was conducted via Zoom on Thursday, November 12, 2020, at 12:00 p.m., with invitations extended to registered vendors, providing a critical opportunity for clarification and understanding of the project's nuances. Sealed RFP responses were due to the Purchasing Agent by Friday, November 20, 2020, at 3:00 p.m. at the City Council Chamber, 44 City Hall Plaza, East Orange, New Jersey 07018, where they were publicly opened. Proposals were required to be submitted in quadruplicate on the specific Proposal Forms provided by the City, accompanied by appropriately checked literature. Bids could be mailed, placed in the City’s "Drop Box" in City Hall’s rear parking lot, or delivered in person. A non-refundable fee of $25.00 was required for the RFP packet obtained onsite. All inquiries concerning the proposal process were directed to Lisa L. Jackson, QPA, at (973) 266-5162. Proposals, once submitted, could not be modified, withdrawn, or canceled for sixty (60) days after the receipt deadline.