Bid guide
How to bid on Charter Services: Ocean Vessel Trawl Survey for NJDEP
What the agency is buying
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) needs charter services for an ocean vessel trawl survey. This is a rebid opportunity, meaning the state is looking again for vendors to provide these services.
Vendors who provide specialized marine vessel charter services for scientific or environmental surveys should consider this opportunity. It's a chance to work with a state agency on an important environmental project.
Key dates and deadlines
This solicitation was published on July 07, 2026. The deadline to submit your bid is September 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. All submissions must be received by this time.
It is important to submit your bid well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses specializing in marine transportation and vessel charter services, particularly those with experience supporting scientific research or environmental surveys. Firms with vessels equipped for trawl surveys would be a good fit.
The relevant category for this work is transportation, specifically charter services for ocean vessels.
How to respond
To access the full bid documents, you need to go to the NJSTART procurement portal. The bid's detail page is publicly viewable without needing to sign in. The necessary documents will be listed there.
You must submit your pricing using the State-Supplied Price Sheet, which accompanies the bid solicitation and is found on the Attachments Tab. Refer to Section 3.27 State-Supplied Price Sheet Instructions for guidance. To submit your quote electronically, you will need to register a free vendor account on the NJSTART portal. Alternatively, follow the specific submission directions provided within the bid documents if you are not submitting electronically. The point of contact for questions is Selva Thangaraj at [email protected].
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all sections of the solicitation, especially the State-Supplied Price Sheet Instructions, to ensure your pricing is submitted correctly. Errors in completing this sheet can lead to disqualification.
Ensure your vessel and crew meet all specified requirements for an ocean vessel trawl survey. Highlight any relevant experience your firm has with similar scientific or environmental projects. Provide clear and concise responses, addressing every requirement outlined in the solicitation. Double-check all forms and attachments for completeness and accuracy before submission.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Division of Purchase and Property; the original posting controls.