Bid # 6000003070 - Re-Bid Homeless Outreach And Referral Services At Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) Two Year Contract

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is seeking a contractor for Bid #6000003070 to provide comprehensive homeless outreach and referral services at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) through a two-year contract. The procurement requires a comprehensive team consisting of a Management Representative, Program Monitor, six Social Service Case Workers, and a Nurse Practitioner to provide 24/7 coverage across airport terminals, parking areas, and the AirTrain system. Key deliverables include identifying, engaging, and transporting homeless individuals to appropriate shelters and social services, with the contractor required to maintain at least ten shelter beds and possess staff capabilities for conducting medical and mental health assessments. The solicitation timeline includes a pre-bid meeting via Microsoft Teams on October 28, 2025, at 10 AM ET, followed by a facility inspection on October 29, 2025, at 1 PM ET, with electronic proposals due by November 6, 2025, at 11:00 AM ET through the Bonfire platform. The contract is scheduled to commence on or about December 2, 2025, with a potential 120-day extension option, and will require mandatory background screening through the Secure Worker Access Consortium (S.W.A.C.) for all staff.

The Port Authority has established specific participation goals for diverse businesses, including 20% Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), 10% Women-owned Business Enterprises (WBE), and 3% Service-disabled Veteran-owned Businesses. Bidders must demonstrate good faith efforts to meet these enterprise participation targets and will be evaluated on their commitment to equal opportunity and non-discrimination principles. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the pricing structure includes hourly rates for different staff positions, a monthly van charge, and a management fee. The solicitation emphasizes opportunities for disadvantaged and minority-owned businesses to participate, with technical assistance available via email at askforbids@panynj.gov or by phone at (212) 435-4600. Although an exact contract value is not specified, the comprehensive service requirements and two-year duration suggest a significant investment in addressing homeless outreach at the airport, with potential for contract extension and ongoing community service.