Borough of Hightstown Professional Service Contract for Special Counsel - OPRA, 2027
Borough of HightstownCity · Hightstown, NJ- Due
- Nov 24, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Peggy Riggio
- (609) 490-5100
The 30-second brief
The Borough of Hightstown is seeking sealed proposals for a professional service contract for Special Counsel - OPRA for the period of January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027. The OPRA Attorney will provide legal counsel and representation in matters related to the Open Public Records Act (OPRA), including compliance guidance, legal advice regarding responses to OPRA requests, and representation in related litigation or administrative proceedings before the Government Records Council (GRC) or other venues. Submissions are due by Tuesday, November 24, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Hightstown Municipal Building, 156 Bank Street, Hightstown, New Jersey 08520. Required submissions include one original, one copy, and one flash drive, along with completed forms including a Submission Proposal Form, Professional Service Entity Information Form, Statement of Ownership, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Insurance Requirements and Acknowledgement Form, EEO Compliance, ADA compliance, New Jersey anti-discrimination provisions, Business Registration Certificate, and Prohibited Russia-Belarus Activities & Iran Investment Activities certification. Evaluation criteria include qualifications of individuals, experience and references, ability to perform in a timely fashion, and cost considerations.
Qualifications of the individuals, Experience and references, Ability to perform the services/tasks in a timely fashion, Cost consideration
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Summary
The Borough of Hightstown is seeking sealed proposals for a professional service contract for Special Counsel - OPRA for the period of January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027.
The OPRA Attorney will provide legal counsel and representation in matters related to the Open Public Records Act (OPRA), including compliance guidance, legal advice regarding responses to OPRA requests, and representation in related litigation or administrative proceedings before the Government Records Council (GRC) or other venues. Submissions are due by Tuesday, November 24, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Hightstown Municipal Building, 156 Bank Street, Hightstown, New Jersey 08520. Required submissions include one original, one copy, and one flash drive, along with completed forms including a Submission Proposal Form, Professional Service Entity Information Form, Statement of Ownership, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Insurance Requirements and Acknowledgement Form, EEO Compliance, ADA compliance, New Jersey anti-discrimination provisions, Business Registration Certificate, and Prohibited Russia-Belarus Activities & Iran Investment Activities certification. Evaluation criteria include qualifications of individuals, experience and references, ability to perform in a timely fashion, and cost considerations.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Qualifications of the individuals
- Experience and references
- Ability to perform the services/tasks in a timely fashion
- Cost consideration
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Submission Proposal Form
- Professional Service Entity Information Form
- Statement of Ownership
- Non-collusion Affidavit
- Insurance Requirements and Acknowledgement Form
- Equal Employment Opportunity Compliance
- American with Disability Act of 1990
- New Jersey anti-Discrimination Provisions
- Business Registration Certificate
- Prohibited Russia-Belarus Activities & Iran Investment Activities
- Submit to
- www.hightstownborough.com
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Hightstown, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Borough of Hightstown?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 24, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.hightstownborough.com. For questions, contact Peggy Riggio.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Borough of Hightstown 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 RFP 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 Peggy Riggio at (609) 490-5100. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Qualifications of the individuals, Experience and references, Ability to perform the services/tasks in a timely fashion, Cost consideration" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Borough of Hightstown?
All active and historical solicitations from Borough of Hightstown are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Borough of Hightstown 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 24, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Submission Proposal Form, Professional Service Entity Information Form, Statement of Ownership, Non-collusion Affidavit, Insurance Requirements and Acknowledgement Form, Equal Employment Opportunity C. Review the full document from Borough of Hightstown for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hightstown, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
