2026 Liquor Distribution License Bid

LEGAL NOTICE TO BIDDERS

NOTICE OF INTENT TO CONDUCT PUBLIC SALE OF A TYPE 44 PLENARY RETAIL DISTRIBUTION LICENSE BY THE TOWNSHIP OF MARLBORO

NOTICE IS HEREBY given that by Resolution no. R2026-096, the Town Council of the Township of Marlboro has determined to conduct a public sale by accepting sealed bids for the sale of one (1) type 44 plenary retail distribution license by public sale to the highest qualified bidder(s).

BIDS SHALL BE OPENED at 10:00 am prevailing time on July 22, 2026 in Town Hall at 1979 Township Drive, Marlboro, NJ 07746 for the following:

"2026 Liquor Distribution License Bid "

Prequalification Application and sealed bids shall be received no later than 10:00 AM prevailing time July 15, 2026 in separate sealed envelope clearly marked "Prequalification Application” and “Type 44 Plenary Retail Distribution License Bid ".

Specifications may be obtained free of charge online at https://www.marlboro-nj.gov/Notices or from the Office of the Business Administrator for a non-refundable fee of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) per set during regular business hours, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday excluding holidays. It is the responsibility of prospective bidders who obtain specifications online to check the website for any addenda issued prior to the bid opening. Failure to do so could result in the rejection of your submission.

The Township shall publicly announce those applicants who presumptively meet the qualifications for bidding, as fixed by law, rules and regulations and resolution, on July 15, 2026 at 3:00 PM prevailing time (five (5) days prior to the opening of bids). No bids will be opened from or on behalf of a bidder who has not been identified as presumptively meeting the qualification for bidding.

All bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the outside "2026 Liquor Distribution License Bid" addressed to the Administration, 1979 Township Drive, Marlboro, NJ 07746, with name and address of bidder on or before July 22, 2026. The minimum bid requirement is not less than one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) for the license and other bidding provisions as set forth in Resolution #2026-096.

All prospective bidders for the license shall apply by submitting to Administration a full and complete twelve (12) page New Jersey Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control (“ABC”) retail license application form, a separately sealed envelope with the applicant's bid and any bid deposit fee and the certification referenced below. All prospective bidders must qualify no later than 10:00 AM prevailing time on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 (five (5) business days prior to the opening of bids). All bidders must be qualified to have an interest in a retail liquor license under the standards set forth in the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act and regulations thereunder, N.J.S.A. 33:1-1 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 13.2-1.1 et seq., and any applicable municipal ordinances. Qualification shall be established in the form of a certification by the applicant that the applicant knows of no reason why the applicant would be disqualified from holding an interest in a retail liquor license in New Jersey and further that the applicant meets all the special conditions or requirements stated in the notice.

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The ultimate issuance of the license is subject to the successful applicant making final payment of the balance of the bid price, payment of the annual State and municipal licensing fees and the satisfactory outcome of an investigation of the source of funds and criminal background checks pursuant to N.J.S.A. 33:1-19.3 through 19.6 to be conducted, as well as demonstrate compliance with all regulations concerning issuance of a license in N.J.A.C. 13:2-2.1 et seq. including but not limited to legal publications and a public hearing if objections are received by Administration. If the bidder passes satisfactorily, applicant must demonstrate compliance with all regulations concerning issuance of a license in N.J.A.C. 13:2-2.1 et seq., within 60 days or the bid may be rejected by the Township of Marlboro and the applicant shall waive its right to the deposit.

The Town Council of the Township of Marlboro reserves the right to reject all bids if the highest bid is not accepted. A sale may be postponed or canceled at any time prior to the opening ofthe bids.

Jonathan Capp, Business Administrator Township of Marlboro