Understanding New Jersey Public Contracts and Procurement Regulations

This topic is designed to provide an overview of the requirements for vendors and contractors to bid on state and municipal jobs; how bids are evaluated; how to protest if your bid is rejected; and what contract terms will be included in a construction contract with a public owner. The latest developments in statutes and case law will be covered so that the practitioner will be up to speed to make strategic decisions and avoid minefields in public procurement.

Learning Objectives

• You will be able to identify the prequalification criteria required to respond to a New Jersey public bid solicitation.
• You will be able to explain the difference between material and minor bid defects.
• You will be able to recognize the time limitations to challenge a bid specification and to file a bid protest.
• You will be able to review public contracting terms to determine compliance by all parties.