City of Bayonne Affordable Housing Attorney Professional Services RFP 2026
City of BayonneCity · Bayonne, NJ- Due
- Aug 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- John F. Coffey, II
- (201) 858-6091
The 30-second brief
The City of Bayonne is seeking proposals from qualified professional services providers for the role of Affordable Housing Attorney. The selected attorney or firm will represent the City in all matters related to affordable housing, including consultative services for the City's Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, compliance with the Fair Housing Act and Uniform Housing Affordability Controls (UHAC), and representation in court or mediation proceedings. Requirements include a minimum of 15 years of experience representing New Jersey municipalities in affordable housing law and providing at least five municipal references. Proposals must be submitted to the Office of the City Clerk by August 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., with a public opening scheduled for 11:30 a.m. the same day at the Municipal Building.
Solicitation package, Sealed submission form, Enclosures
Minimum 15 years experience, 5 municipal references, ability to attend public meetings
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Summary
The City of Bayonne is seeking proposals from qualified professional services providers for the role of Affordable Housing Attorney.
The selected attorney or firm will represent the City in all matters related to affordable housing, including consultative services for the City's Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, compliance with the Fair Housing Act and Uniform Housing Affordability Controls (UHAC), and representation in court or mediation proceedings. Requirements include a minimum of 15 years of experience representing New Jersey municipalities in affordable housing law and providing at least five municipal references. Proposals must be submitted to the Office of the City Clerk by August 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., with a public opening scheduled for 11:30 a.m. the same day at the Municipal Building.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Minimum 15 years experience
- 5 municipal references
- Ability to attend public meetings
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Solicitation package
- Sealed submission form
- Enclosures
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Standardized Profession Service RFQ-RFP Submission Forms
- Proposal Qualifications and Costs Submission Form
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Disclosure of Ownership
- New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
- Submit to
- 630 Avenue C, Room 2, Bayonne, New Jersey 07002
- Scope location
- Bayonne, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Bayonne?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 14, 2026. 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: 630 Avenue C, Room 2, Bayonne, New Jersey 07002. For questions, contact John F. Coffey, II.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Bayonne 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 John F. Coffey, II at (201) 858-6091. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Solicitation package, Sealed submission form, Enclosures. 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: "Minimum 15 years experience, 5 municipal references, ability to attend public meetings" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Bayonne?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Bayonne are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Bayonne regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Standardized Profession Service RFQ-RFP Submission Forms, Proposal Qualifications and Costs Submission Form, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Disclosure of Ownership, New Jersey Business Registration Certific. Review the full document from City of Bayonne for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bayonne, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.