We’re kicking off 2026 with important updates, new resources, and opportunities designed to help you get even more value from NJSTART. Whether you’re new to the platform or a seasoned user, this quarter’s highlights are packed with insights to support your day-to-day purchasing needs.
Upcoming NJSTART 101 Webinar
Join us on Thursday, March 5 at 2:00 PM EST for a NJSTART 101 webinar covering Marketplace navigation, search tips, and contract usage. This session is ideal for both new and existing users, and is a fantastic opportunity to deepen your understanding of NJSTART, ask any questions you might have, and to see how we support your day-to-day State contract purchasing needs.
NJSTART continues to add new State of New Jersey contracts on an ongoing basis. A wide range of recently awarded contracts are now available, including automotive services, technology, facilities, public safety, medical supplies, and more.
View the full NJSTART Contract List and be sure to review each tab to see active and recently added contracts.
Contract 24-GNSV2-103530 with Auctions International, Inc. is now active in NJSTART. Please be advised that the New Jersey Superior Court, Appellate Division’s stay has been vacated. Contracts made via Bid Solicitation No. 23DPP00896, under T2581 - Auctioneering Services: Internet Auctions To Sell Surplus Property are now available for use in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Bid Solicitation and the directions found in the Method of Operation.
Helpful NJSTART tips for accessing and reviewing contracts
Always review contract documents in the Attachments tab
Marketplace search returns active cooperative contracts only
Password resets are not self-service at this time. If you are locked out or need access support, please contact us at coop-njstart@mdfcommerce.com.
To ensure continued access for users and the proper maintenance of login credentials in the NJSTART system, please notify us promptly at coop-njstart@mdfcommerce.com if you need to make any changes.
NJSTART Resources
NJSTART.INFO is your central resource for FAQs, training recordings, and contract reports. New content areas have been added for Technology, Facilities, and Public Safety. Access them using the links below:
Each page is built to provide targeted content and resources specific to these categories. As we continue to enhance the site, you’ll see additional relevant materials added to each area.
NJSTART Announcements
Upcoming Procurement Opportunities
NJ Local Buying units can always find a list of upcoming Procurement Opportunities on the State’s website here. As part of the NJSTART contract reports, a new column is added to the Quarterly State of New Jersey Contracts List report.
These notes now provide NJ Local Buying units with added visibility to what the State, Division of Purchase & Property is seeking to procure or re-procure. It is important to remember that all procurement opportunities may not become State contracts available for cooperative purchasing.
Users can always access the most up-to-date current/active bid through the advanced search within the NJSTART system. For help or any question regarding how to do this please contact the NJSTART team at coop-njstart@mdcommerce.com.
Compliance
Be sure to sign up for Office of NJ State Comptroller Updates. These updates are full of valuable information useful to all public purchasing entities. Click the following link to sign up now!
Stay Connected
NJSTART emails are sent from coop-njstart@mdfcommerce.com. Please add this address to your safe sender list to ensure you receive future updates.
Upcoming Events
NJ School Buildings & Grounds Expo – March 23–24 | Booth 623
Rutgers Purchasing Educational Forum – April 28–30 (Includes NJSTART breakout session + 15-minute consultations)
NJ Association of Counties Conference – May 6–8
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Step 1: Use thislink to register your organization.
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