Shipyard Workforce Training Program Service

Hudson County Community College seeks proposals from qualified vendors to deliver a shipyard workforce training program covering shipyard confined space entry and Shipyard Competent Person training. The selected contractor must provide qualified instructors with at least three years of industry experience to deliver industry-recognized certification programs offsite. Eligible respondents must be independent, properly licensed onshore USA organizations with at least three years of experience providing these types of services to similar institutions. Applicants must demonstrate fiscal and administrative capability, provide at least three references, and ensure instructors possess valid instructional credentials and certifications. Proposals must include a business summary, project management approach, current instructor certifications, resumes, evidence of insurance, a notarized Non-Collusion Affidavit, and required disclosure forms for Iran, Russia, and Belarus activities. Sealed proposals are due by October 29, 2026, at 12:15 PM at the Jersey City, NJ campus via mail or delivery service. Evaluators will assess proposals based on vendor reliability, commitment to higher education, vendor stability, total cost, instructor qualifications, delivery capacity and scheduling, and scope coverage.