RFP # 6000002818 - request for proposals for performance of expert professional clean construction (small business enterprise) services as requested on a “call-in” basis for a four-year term - open

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has issued RFP #6000002818 for Expert Professional Clean Construction Services, specifically targeting Small Business Enterprises (SBEs) for a four-year term. The procurement seeks qualified firms to provide clean construction services on a "call-in" basis, with a focus on sustainability and carbon reduction initiatives. Proposers must demonstrate at least one completed project involving embodied carbon initiatives, including Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs). The evaluation will be conducted on a pass/fail basis, assessing technical qualifications and cost. A virtual pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for May 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time, with proposals due by 2:00 PM Eastern Time on May 16, 2025. All submissions must be made electronically through the Bonfire platform, with no email, hand-delivered, or mailed submissions accepted. The scope of services includes technical support, training and outreach, project management, compliance oversight, and sustainability tracking in construction projects.

The RFP includes specific participation goals for diverse business enterprises: 20% Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs), 10% Women-owned Business Enterprises (WBEs), and 3% Service-disabled Veteran-owned Business Enterprises (SDVOBs). Prime contractors must be certified as an SBE by the Authority and meet strict qualification criteria. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, including $2 million in Commercial General Liability, $2 million in Automobile Liability, Statutory Workers Compensation, and $1 million in Professional Liability. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, compensation will be based on a multiplier system for actual salaries, with potential for lump-sum task orders. The Port Authority reserves the right to retain multiple firms for service delivery, ensuring a competitive and flexible procurement approach. The solicitation emphasizes equal opportunity and non-discrimination, aligning with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and providing meaningful opportunities for diverse businesses in the construction services sector.