About this opportunity
AI summaryThe Township of Mantua seeks qualifications from individuals or firms to provide professional information technology support services. The selected contractor will assist staff with computer-related questions, perform network and server administration, manage desktop system installations and office equipment setups, and handle minor hardware repairs. Eligible applicants include domestic USA organizations seeking to provide professional services. Applicants must deliver one copy of their proposal to Jennica Bileci, Township Administrator, in Mantua, New Jersey, or submit it digitally by December 2, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Proposals must include proposed costs with hourly rates, proof of insurance, a completed proposal checklist, a notarized non-collusion affidavit, and a stockholder disclosure certification. The contract term spans one year, and the buyer will evaluate submissions based on qualification, merit, experience and references, and cost competitiveness.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- Township of Mantua
Scope of work
- Identify and correct problems with the Local Area Network as they arise
- Identify problems with the WAN connection as they arise
- Configure firewall for maximum security
- Keep server up to date, secured, and manage user accounts and security policies
- Ensure backups are performed and rebuild or restore server systems from backup if needed
- Assist staff with computer-related questions for day-to-day facility operations
- Install and set up new and rebuilt computers and office equipment
- Perform minor hardware repairs and assist in hardware purchase decisions
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Qualifications of the individual or firms who will perform the service or activity | Not specified |
| Experience and references | Not specified |
| Ability to perform the service or activity in a timely fashion, including staffing and staff familiarity | Not specified |
| Cost Competitiveness | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- IT Support need not be a resident of Mantua Township
- Documentation of professional liability/malpractice coverage with limits acceptable to the Township
- Submission of education, licensure, and professional qualifications for individuals and affiliated professionals
Documents to include with your response
- An original signed copy of complete proposal
- Non-Collusion Affidavit properly notarized
- Stockholder Disclosure Certification
- Authorized signatures on all forms
- Disclosure of Contributions to NJ ELEC
- Business Registration Certificate(s)
- Request for Proposal Checklist
- Proposed cost of service(s) including hourly rates, meeting/site expenses, and travel
- Financial Disclosure Statement pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:9-22(1) et seq. if required by law
- Compliance statement for N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. and P.L. 1975, c.127
Key dates
- Proposals due
- December 2, 2026 3:00 P.M.
How to submit
- Method
- Hard copy
- Instructions
- Address proposals to Township of Mantua, Attn: Jennica Bileci, Township Administrator, 401 Main Street, Mantua, NJ 08051. Submit one (1) copy.
Contract details
- Term
- One (1) year from date of award (or one year from the first day of January of the year of appointment and until a successor is qualified)
- Insurance and bonding
- Documentation that insurance for professional liability/malpractice coverage with limits as to liability acceptable to the Township.