The East Orange Board of Education is seeking proposals for postsecondary education planning support for Ivy League applications for the **** school year. The selected organization will provide comprehensive college admissions support to approximately **** high-achieving students from three district high schools. Services include personalized college counseling, assistance with personal statements and essays, writing and communication skill refinement, interview preparation, scholarship guidance, and application strategy support. Proposals must detail the organization's experience, staff qualifications, success rates, and implementation plan. All proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope by Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Electronic submissions are not accepted. Vendors must comply with various New Jersey statutes and regulations, including affirmative action, business registration, and non-discrimination clauses. A completed Affirmative Action Questionnaire or Certificate of Employee Information Report is requested with the proposal submission. Failure to submit required documents, including the New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, may result in rejection. The board reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.
The bid submission deadline is Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
The East Orange Board of Education aims to pay vendors and contractors within thirty (30) to sixty (60) days, provided all necessary documentation is received. Interest may be paid if payments exceed ninety (90) calendar days from the receipt of a properly executed invoice or goods/services, whichever is later, as per the New Jersey Prompt Payment Law.
The district intends to award a contract to the respondent whose response is most advantageous to the board, considering both price and other factors, and who will provide the highest quality service at fair and competitive prices.
Vendors must be qualified organizations with experience in college admissions support, demonstrated success rates with highly selective admissions, and qualified staff. They must also comply with New Jersey statutes and regulations, including providing a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate and affirmative action documentation.
The contract may be canceled or terminated, and all money due or to become due may be forfeited, for any violation of antidiscrimination provisions. Penalties may also apply for failure to provide required documentation or for violations of business registration requirements.
The bid notice does not require sample submissions.
The bid notice does not specify a deadline for challenges or objections.