Bergen County Vocational School District Professional Legal Counsel: Board Attorney RFQ 2025
Bergen County Vocational Technical School DistrictSchool · Paramus, NJ- Due
- Oct 22, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- John Susino
- (888) 313-3532
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Bergen County Vocational School District is seeking qualifications for a Board Attorney to provide legal counseling from November 1, 2025, to October 31, 2026. Services include general school law, labor issues, and special education compliance. Submissions are due October 22, 2025.
Signed original Qualification Statement and electronic version; all requested information per RFQ package.
Experience and reputation, Knowledge of School District, Availability, Individual qualifications, Firm experience, Timeliness
SUMMARY
The Bergen County Vocational School District is seeking qualifications for a Board Attorney to provide legal counseling from November 1, 2025, to October 31, 2026. Services include general school law, labor issues, and special education compliance. Submissions are due October 22, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Experience and reputation
- Knowledge of School District
- Availability
- Individual qualifications
- Firm experience
- Timeliness
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Signed original Qualification Statement and electronic version; all requested information per RFQ package.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Letter of Qualification (Appendix A)
- Letter of Intent (Appendix B)
- Affirmative Action Compliance (Appendix C)
- Political Contribution Disclosure (Appendix D)
- Prohibited Russia-Belarus/Iran Activities (Appendix E)
- Ownership Disclosure (Appendix H)
- Affidavit of Non-collusion (Appendix I)
- NJ Business Registration Certificate
- Fee Schedule
- Resumes of key employees
REQUIRED STAFFING
Board attorney
- Submit to
- 540 Farview Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Paramus, NJ
- Reported agency
- Bergen County Vocational School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from Bergen County Vocational Technical School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 540 Farview Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652. For questions, contact John Susino.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Bergen County Vocational Technical School District in NJ, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is John Susino at (888) 313-3532. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Board attorney. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Signed original Qualification Statement and electronic version; all requested information per RFQ package.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Experience and reputation, Knowledge of School District, Availability, Individual qualifications, Firm experience, Timeliness" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bergen County Vocational Technical School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Bergen County Vocational Technical School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Bergen County Vocational Technical School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Letter of Qualification (Appendix A), Letter of Intent (Appendix B), Affirmative Action Compliance (Appendix C), Political Contribution Disclosure (Appendix D), Prohibited Russia-Belarus/Iran Activiti. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Bergen County Vocational Technical School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Paramus, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.