Installation of approx., 2,675 LF of six-inch (6") DIP potable water mains. This process will also consist of service connections, valves, fire hydrants, site restoration, paving, and related appurtenances.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
170345
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
37
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
8,249
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
52 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Coops:Byram Township has used cooperative purchasing before to bypass formal bidding. Frequently procures through the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council (MCCPC), State of New Jersey Cooperative Purchasing Program (1NJCP), Educational Services Commission of New Jersey (ESCNJ) (#65MCESCCPS), and Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Byram Township (NJ) prohibits sole source contracting under New Jersey statutes and the Township purchasing manual. Practical note: Redirect opportunities to cooperative purchasing; do not prepare sole-source justifications.
Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
Unlock detailed thresholds, contracting paths, payment terms, and vendor benchmarks for this buyer.
Byram Township has used cooperative purchasing before to bypass formal bidding. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to gain access to the recommended path.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Byram Township
Byram Township Planning Board Meeting Minutes
Date: Oct 15, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board reviewed several land use and zoning applications, including approvals for a shed replacement and an addition to a single-family home. They discussed a request for a time extension regarding a site plan for a coffeehouse development due to the cancellation of a tenant lease. The board also addressed committee reports, including updates on signage for trails and proposed ordinance changes for construction permit fees, and reviewed and approved bills for professional services.
Environmental Commission Minutes
Date: Sep 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission reviewed committee reports on open space signage, the Byram Community Energy Plan including EV charging infrastructure, and progress on the MRMC and Byram Trail Keepers projects. New business included discussions on native plant events, upcoming trail building and weaving sessions, rain garden maintenance, and invasive species removal initiatives. The commission also provided input on several planning board applications, specifically recommending stormwater management and gutter installations for residential projects, and received updates regarding the Mansfield Trail Superfund site and current budget status.
Byram Township Planning Board Meeting Minutes
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Byram Township.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for Byram Township?
Byram Township’s Township Manager’s office is responsible for day-to-day procurement under the Faulkner Act Council-Manager plan, while the Mayor and Township Council adopt ordinances and approve final awards above bid thresholds. Department heads (Police, Public Works, etc.) submit purchase requests through the Manager’s office.
Where does Byram Township post bids and RFPs?
Byram Township posts public bids and RFPs on its official Bids & RFPs page and publishes related legal notices on its Notices page; vendors may also reference New Jersey Division of Purchase and Property state contracts as an additional procurement channel.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with Byram Township?
Vendors complete registration and procurement compliance for Byram Township by following solicitation-specific submission instructions; event and peddler vendors use the Township Vendor Packet. Typical required documents include a W-9, New Jersey BRC, proof of insurance, and any solicitation-specific forms.
Date: Oct 1, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board addressed an extension request for a site plan application for a Starbucks coffeehouse project, discussing current site conditions, code violations, and potential future use. They also reviewed and approved an amended site plan application for the Mountainside Country Store, which included provisions for landscape and signage displays, as well as necessary paving and impervious coverage adjustments. Furthermore, the board approved payment of outstanding bills and heard reports from the Environmental Commission, Open Space committee, and the Township Council.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Does Byram Township use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
Yes. Byram Township’s Purchasing Manual authorizes use of New Jersey Division of Purchase and Property state contracts and Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council (MCCPC) agreements, alongside competitive contracting and Qualified Purchasing Agent (QPA) online-bidding methods.
What procurement requirements does Byram Township publish for vendors?
Byram Township requires vendors to submit a W-9 and New Jersey Business Registration Certificate (BRC) and to comply with New Jersey Affirmative Action and the Americans with Disabilities Act; public works projects at or above $15,444 require Registered Public Works Contractor certification and certified payroll.
How does Byram Township approve procurement contracts and awards?
Byram Township follows the Purchasing Manual workflow: Department Head → Requisition → CFO → General Purchase Order; unbudgeted or large purchases add a memorandum to the Township Manager. Purchases exceeding bid thresholds and emergency contracts require Township Council resolution; capital purchases require CFO fund certification.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for Byram Township?
Byram Township publishes its Purchasing Manual (Version 3.0, December 15, 2015) on the township website; the manual establishes procurement methods, the QPA framework, and bid thresholds for informal quotes and formal sealed bids, and should be consulted for standard terms and thresholds.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does Byram Township use?
Byram Township requires vendor compliance with New Jersey Affirmative Action regulations (P.L. 1975, C. 127) as specified in its Purchasing Manual; vendors must follow the Affirmative Action requirements outlined in the manual and in individual solicitation documents.