IT Consulting Services

The Willingboro Municipal Utilities Authority (WMUA) in Burlington County, New Jersey, is conducting a competitive contract solicitation (CC# 24-08) for comprehensive IT Consulting Services. The procurement seeks a Computer Network Administrator to provide advanced technological support across three main sites and eight satellite locations. Specific service requirements include proactive system maintenance, cybersecurity services, strategic technology planning, and comprehensive technical support for platforms such as Edmunds finance software, Microsoft 365, Windows Server, and VMWare. Mandatory vendor qualifications include Microsoft Office certification, minimum five years of experience working with municipal government agencies, and capabilities to service all WMUA locations. The contract will span a potential five-year term, with the initial contract period from November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024. Proposals are due electronically on BIDNET by October 3, 2024 at 10:00 A.M., with an accompanying Zoom bid opening meeting providing technical support and guidance for respondents.

The solicitation requires vendors to maintain a principal office in New Jersey and carry professional liability insurance of at least $2,000,000. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the contract will be awarded based on a comprehensive evaluation of technical ability, managerial capability, and cost factors. Bidders must submit various compliance documents, including affirmative action certifications, business registration, and non-collusion affidavits. The procurement does not indicate information about incumbent vendors or specific infrastructure integration requirements. Although a precise contract value is not specified, the comprehensive nature of the IT consulting services and the multi-site support suggest a significant potential budget range. Interested vendors will need to demonstrate robust technological expertise, municipal government experience, and the capability to provide comprehensive, strategic IT support across multiple organizational locations.