Borough of North Caldwell RFQ for Professional Contracts 2026 - Fair and Open Process
Borough of North CaldwellCity · North Caldwell, NJ- Due
- Dec 3, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
The Borough of North Caldwell is soliciting Qualification Statements from interested individuals and firms for professional contracts under the fair and open process for the year 2026. Requested professional services include Borough Attorney, Labor Attorney, Borough Planner, Bond Counsel, Borough Auditor/Certified Municipal Accountant, Special Counsel for Affordable Housing, Special Counsel for Development and Land Use, Special Counsel for Procurement, Special Counsel for Tax Appeals, Special Engineering Services, Stormwater Management Services, Waste Water Operator/Water Operator, and Grant Writing Consultant. Submissions are due by December 3, 2025, at 11:00 am to the Borough Administrator at 141 Gould Avenue, North Caldwell, NJ 07006. Required submissions include an executive summary, letter of qualification, proposed rates of service, non-collusion affidavit, stockholder disclosure statement, business entity disclosure certification, Form W-9, New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, affirmative action compliance, certificate of insurance indicating professional malpractice insurance of one million dollars per occurrence and two million in the aggregate, and disclosure of investment activities in Iran. Evaluation criteria include experience and reputation in the field, knowledge of the Borough, availability to accommodate required meetings, familiarity with current Borough issues, and familiarity with the form of government.
Experience and reputation in the field, Knowledge of the Borough and the subject matter addressed under the scope of services of this RFQ, Availability to accommodate the required meetings of the Borough, Familiarity with current Borough issues, Familiarity with the form of government under which the Borough of North Caldwell operates, Other factors demonstrated to be in the best interest of the Borough
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Summary
The Borough of North Caldwell is soliciting Qualification Statements from interested individuals and firms for professional contracts under the fair and open process for the year 2026.
Requested professional services include Borough Attorney, Labor Attorney, Borough Planner, Bond Counsel, Borough Auditor/Certified Municipal Accountant, Special Counsel for Affordable Housing, Special Counsel for Development and Land Use, Special Counsel for Procurement, Special Counsel for Tax Appeals, Special Engineering Services, Stormwater Management Services, Waste Water Operator/Water Operator, and Grant Writing Consultant. Submissions are due by December 3, 2025, at 11:00 am to the Borough Administrator at 141 Gould Avenue, North Caldwell, NJ 07006. Required submissions include an executive summary, letter of qualification, proposed rates of service, non-collusion affidavit, stockholder disclosure statement, business entity disclosure certification, Form W-9, New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, affirmative action compliance, certificate of insurance indicating professional malpractice insurance of one million dollars per occurrence and two million in the aggregate, and disclosure of investment activities in Iran. Evaluation criteria include experience and reputation in the field, knowledge of the Borough, availability to accommodate required meetings, familiarity with current Borough issues, and familiarity with the form of government.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience and reputation in the field, Knowledge of the Borough and the subject matter addressed under the scope of services of this RFQ, Availability to accommodate the required meetings of the Borough, Familiarity with current Borough issues, Familiarity with the form of government under which the Borough of North Caldwell operates, Other factors demonstrated to be in the best interest of the Borough
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Stockholder or Partnership Disclosure Statement
- Business Entity Disclosure Certification
- Form W9 Department of Treasury Internal Revenue Service
- New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
- Affirmative Action Compliance
- Certificate of Insurance
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Submit to
- https://www.northcaldwell.org/procurement
- Scope location
- North Caldwell, NJ
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Borough of North Caldwell?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.northcaldwell.org/procurement.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Borough of North Caldwell 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.
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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 in the field, Knowledge of the Borough and the subject matter addressed under the scope of services of this RFQ, Availability to accommodate the required meetings of the Boro..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Borough of North Caldwell?
All active and historical solicitations from Borough of North Caldwell are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Borough of North Caldwell 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: Non-Collusion Affidavit, Stockholder or Partnership Disclosure Statement, Business Entity Disclosure Certification, Form W9 Department of Treasury Internal Revenue Service, New Jersey Business Registr. Review the full document from Borough of North Caldwell for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: North Caldwell, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.