What procurement requirements does the Borough of Hawthorne publish for vendors?

Procurement for the Borough of Hawthorne is governed by New Jersey's Local Public Contracts Law and the borough's fair-and-open process under N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5; specific insurance, bonding, licensing, and submission requirements are listed within each solicitation, so vendors should review solicitation documents carefully.

How does the Borough of Hawthorne approve procurement contracts and awards?

The Borough Administrator, as Purchasing Agent, advertises solicitations or issues RFPs, and the Borough of Hawthorne Municipal Council approves contracts and awards by formal resolution; awards follow the borough's fair-and-open process under N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5.

Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the Borough of Hawthorne?

Borough of Hawthorne procurement rules and the Purchasing Agent's powers are codified in the municipal code on eCode360 (https://ecode360.com/HA0182) and administered under New Jersey's Local Public Contracts Law; vendors should consult the borough code and the Administration page for ordinance language and purchasing duties.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Hawthorne, NJ
Country:: US

Borough of Hawthorne RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

2026 Fall Tree Planting Services RFP
Posted
Sep 8, 2026
Closes
Sep 15, 2026
To perform tree planting of street trees and trees on other borough of owned properties.
2026 Animal Control Services (Request for Proposal )
Posted
Sep 8, 2026
Closes
Sep 15, 2026
Provide the services of animal control officer.

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170229
Employee FTE
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167
Population
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20,169
Procurement Hell Score
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45 / 100
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- Sole Source: If sale is less than $53,000, use sole source.
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- The Borough can get onboarded to the recommended cooperative path by reaching out to their Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
- The Borough actively uses cooperative purchasing (lead agency for the Mid Passaic County Cooperative Purchasing System; participant in Sourcewell; member of the Bergen County cooperative alliance).
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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from Borough of Hawthorne

Hawthorne Green Team Committee Minutes
Date: Jul 27, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed updates regarding the Community Garden, specifically regarding the distribution of fresh produce to local organizations like the food pantry and potential alternative facilities. The 'Buy Local' campaign featuring the 'Hawthorne BEE' was reviewed, noting participant numbers and the upcoming celebration. Extensive planning took place for the 15th Green Fair, including coordination of vendors, entertainment, table arrangements, and promotional efforts such as press releases and signage. The committee also noted the date for their next scheduled virtual meeting.
Hawthorne Shade Tree Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Jun 2, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting addressed several key topics including the status of ongoing tree pruning and the implementation of a new tree inventory system using GIS software. Discussions involved the Liberty Tree Project for the upcoming 250th anniversary, the planning of various yearly community events such as Green Fair Day and Hawthorne Day, and the distribution of tree seedlings. The commission also reviewed plans for fall tree plantings and established a new policy to communicate the replacement of trees removed during municipal road work and construction projects.

Key Contacts

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Vincent J. CarusoBorough Administrator

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Lori FernandezBorough Clerk

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Frequently asked questions

Who manages procurement and purchasing for the Borough of Hawthorne?

The Borough Administrator serves as the Purchasing Agent and Director of the Department of Administration for the Borough of Hawthorne. The Administrator is appointed by the Mayor with Council consent and handles purchasing, personnel duties, and administration.

Where does the Borough of Hawthorne post bids and RFPs?

The Borough of Hawthorne posts bids, RFPs, and award results on its CivicEngage bid portal at https://www.hawthornenj.org/bids.aspx. Vendors can view solicitations, check the Results page for awarded contracts, and subscribe for email or text notifications via the portal.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with the Borough of Hawthorne?

Vendors create an account on the Borough of Hawthorne's CivicEngage bid portal (https://www.hawthornenj.org/bids.aspx) to subscribe to email or text notifications and to view and respond to posted solicitations through the portal.

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Borough of Hawthorne RFPs

2026 Fall Tree Planting Services RFP

2026 Animal Control Services (Request for Proposal )

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2026 Fall Tree Planting Services RFP

2026 Animal Control Services (Request for Proposal )

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