The following are the methods and types of OCUA procurements:

    • Requests for Proposals (RFP's) - Procurement practice of soliciting sealed proposals for professional
       services. Award is based on a variety of factors such as work plan and references.

    • Requests for Qualifications (RFQ's) - Procurement practice of soliciting sealed proposals for        professional services. Award is based on a list of qualification factors and references.

    • Invitation to Bid (ITB) - Procurement practice of soliciting sealed bids for equipment, parts,        supplies or public works projects. Award is based on the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

    • Request for quotes (RFQ's) - Informal quotations for purchases below the current New Jersey State        bid threshold for goods and or services. Quotes may be requested verbally by phone if below $1000,        or in writing by mail, fax or email.