Borough of Seaside Park - Conflict Public Defender Professional Services - Contract 2027-13
Borough of Seaside ParkCity · Seaside Park Borough, NJ- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 13 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jenna Jankowski
The 30-second brief
The Borough of Seaside Park is seeking professional services proposals for Contract Number 2027-13, Conflict Public Defender, for a one-year contract term ending December 31, 2027. Responsibilities include representing indigent defendants in proceedings over which the Seaside Park Borough Court has jurisdiction pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2B:24-6 et seq., in the event the Borough Public Defender is unable to handle a public matter. Interested attorneys or law firms must be licensed and in good standing with the New Jersey Bar Association for a minimum of five years, have at least two years of experience preferred as a public defender or in municipal court, and possess experience with municipal ordinance violations. Proposals are due by November 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Borough Hall, 1701 N Ocean Avenue, Seaside Park, NJ 08752, addressed to Jenna Jankowski. Evaluation criteria include technical criteria, management criteria, and cost criteria.
Technical criteria (Max 20 Points), Management criteria (Max 50 points), Cost criteria (20 points)
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Summary
The Borough of Seaside Park is seeking professional services proposals for Contract Number 2027-13, Conflict Public Defender, for a one-year contract term ending December 31, 2027.
Responsibilities include representing indigent defendants in proceedings over which the Seaside Park Borough Court has jurisdiction pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2B:24-6 et seq., in the event the Borough Public Defender is unable to handle a public matter. Interested attorneys or law firms must be licensed and in good standing with the New Jersey Bar Association for a minimum of five years, have at least two years of experience preferred as a public defender or in municipal court, and possess experience with municipal ordinance violations. Proposals are due by November 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Borough Hall, 1701 N Ocean Avenue, Seaside Park, NJ 08752, addressed to Jenna Jankowski. Evaluation criteria include technical criteria, management criteria, and cost criteria.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Technical criteria (Max 20 Points)
- Management criteria (Max 50 points)
- Cost criteria (20 points)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Executive summary
- Staffing plan
- Experience description
- Office location
- Conflict of interest disclosure
- Documentation of minimum qualifications
- Ownership Disclosure Certification
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Bid Proposal Form
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus
- Acknowledgement of Addenda
- Submit to
- Borough Hall, 1701 N Ocean Avenue, Seaside Park, NJ 08752
- Scope location
- Seaside Park, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Borough of Seaside Park?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Borough Hall, 1701 N Ocean Avenue, Seaside Park, NJ 08752. For questions, contact Jenna Jankowski.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Borough of Seaside Park 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 Jenna Jankowski. 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: "Technical criteria (Max 20 Points), Management criteria (Max 50 points), Cost criteria (20 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Borough of Seaside Park?
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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 10, 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: Executive summary, Staffing plan, Experience description, Office location, Conflict of interest disclosure, Documentation of minimum qualifications, Ownership Disclosure Certification, Non-Collusion A. Review the full document from Borough of Seaside Park for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Seaside Park, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.