FURNISH TOUR PACKAGES TO AN EXPLORE HISTORIC VIRGINIA GETAWAY FOR THE PERIOD SEPTEMBER 13, 2026 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 18, 2026, AND A HAUNTED HAPPENINGS GETAWAY IN HISTORIC SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS FOR THE PERIOD OCTOBER 4, 2026 THROUGH OCTOBER 7, 2026 FOR THE MONMOUTH COUNTY PARK SYSTEM

Monmouth County Purchasing Division is soliciting bids under RFB F-115-2026 for the procurement of comprehensive tour packages for the Monmouth County Park System. This Request for Bids specifically seeks proposals for two distinct getaways: an "Explore Historic Virginia Getaway" scheduled from September 13, 2026, through September 18, 2026, and a "Haunted Happenings Getaway" in Historic Salem, Massachusetts, to take place from October 4, 2026, through October 7, 2026. The awarded contractor will be responsible for furnishing all specified services and arrangements necessary to facilitate these multi-day recreational and educational tours, adhering strictly to the detailed specifications provided in the bid documents. The scope encompasses all logistical and experiential aspects required for successful group travel to these historic destinations. Prospective contractors are required to submit bids using standard RFB forms, meticulously following the procedures and requirements outlined in the project specifications. While the provided text does not explicitly detail specific contractor qualifications, mandatory licenses (such as NJ Public Works Contractor Registration), or extensive experience criteria, it is implicit that bidders must possess the expertise and capacity to organize and deliver high-quality, complex tour packages. There is no mention of mandatory pre-bid meetings or site visits. All interested parties are strongly encouraged to obtain and thoroughly review the complete project specifications, clarifications, and any addenda directly from the Monmouth County Purchasing Department to ensure full compliance with all prerequisites. All bids for RFB F-115-2026 must be received by the Monmouth County Purchasing Division no later than June 10, 2026, at 10:30:00 AM. Bidders must download the official project specifications and any subsequent clarifications or addenda from the designated portal. The document does not specify requirements for bid security, such as bid bonds or performance bonds. For inquiries regarding this solicitation, interested vendors should direct their questions to Sophia Giezey, who can be reached at 732-431-7370 UNLOCK x7381. The delivery period for these tour packages is scheduled between July 13, 2026, and October 7, 2026.