Borough of Maywood Planning Board Attorney RFQ 2026 - Legal Services
Borough of MaywoodCity · Maywood, NJ- Due
- Oct 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Tara Grunstra
The 30-second brief
The Planning Board of the Borough of Maywood is soliciting Qualification Statements from interested attorneys and law firms for the provision of Planning Board Attorney legal services for the period of January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027. The successful respondent must be a licensed attorney in the State of New Jersey with significant experience providing legal services as a planning board attorney to New Jersey municipal planning boards or other public planning entities. The scope encompasses acting as legal advisor to the Planning Board, representing the board in judicial proceedings, and providing counsel and advice. Submissions are due by 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 19, 2026, via mail or hand delivery to the Borough of Maywood. The procurement is subject to the New Jersey Local Unit Pay-to-Play Law and requires professional liability insurance of not less than $1,000,000.
Qualifications of the individuals who will perform the tasks and the amounts of their respective participation, Experience and references, Ability to perform the task in a timely fashion including staffing and familiarity with the subject matter, Cost competitiveness
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Summary
The Planning Board of the Borough of Maywood is soliciting Qualification Statements from interested attorneys and law firms for the provision of Planning Board Attorney legal services for the period of January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027.
The successful respondent must be a licensed attorney in the State of New Jersey with significant experience providing legal services as a planning board attorney to New Jersey municipal planning boards or other public planning entities. The scope encompasses acting as legal advisor to the Planning Board, representing the board in judicial proceedings, and providing counsel and advice. Submissions are due by 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 19, 2026, via mail or hand delivery to the Borough of Maywood. The procurement is subject to the New Jersey Local Unit Pay-to-Play Law and requires professional liability insurance of not less than $1,000,000.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications of the individuals who will perform the tasks and the amounts of their respective participation, Experience and references, Ability to perform the task in a timely fashion including staffing and familiarity with the subject matter, Cost competitiveness
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Certificate of Employee Information Report
- New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
- Professional federal and/or state licenses
- Certificate of insurance evidencing professional liability insurance
- Letter of Qualification
- Letter of Intent
- Submit to
- Borough of Maywood, 15 Park Avenue, Maywood, New Jersey 07607
- Scope location
- Maywood, NJ
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Borough of Maywood?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 19, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Borough of Maywood, 15 Park Avenue, Maywood, New Jersey 07607. For questions, contact Tara Grunstra.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Borough of Maywood 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 Tara Grunstra. 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 who will perform the tasks and the amounts of their respective participation, Experience and references, Ability to perform the task in a timely fashion including sta..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Borough of Maywood?
All active and historical solicitations from Borough of Maywood are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Borough of Maywood 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: Certificate of Employee Information Report, New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, professional federal and/or state licenses, certificate of insurance evidencing professional liability insuran. Review the full document from Borough of Maywood for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Maywood, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.