City of Garfield Municipal Affordable Housing Attorney RFP 2026
City of GarfieldCity · Garfield, NJ- Due
- Sep 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 12, 2026
- Duration
- 4 months
The 30-second brief
The City of Garfield is soliciting proposals for a Municipal Affordable Housing Attorney to provide legal services from September 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. The scope includes legal counsel on federal and New Jersey affordable housing laws, Fourth Round obligations (2025–2035), representation before the Superior Court and DCA, and management of the affordable housing trust fund. Minimum qualifications include at least seven years of experience in municipal affordable housing law and litigation in New Jersey, plus professional liability insurance of at least $1,000,000. Proposals must include a fee schedule, references, and completed disclosure forms. Submissions are due to the City Clerk’s Office by September 1, 2026, at 11:00 AM.
Executed Disclosure Statement, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Affirmative Action Compliance Notice, Owner’s Disclosure Statement, Hold Harmless Agreement, Americans with Disabilities Act Language, Vendor’s Information, New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, Original and one copy of proposal
Qualifications, merit, cost competitiveness, references, experience with issues confronting the City, technical criteria, management criteria, cost criteria
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Summary
The City of Garfield is soliciting proposals for a Municipal Affordable Housing Attorney to provide legal services from September 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026.
The scope includes legal counsel on federal and New Jersey affordable housing laws, Fourth Round obligations (2025–2035), representation before the Superior Court and DCA, and management of the affordable housing trust fund. Minimum qualifications include at least seven years of experience in municipal affordable housing law and litigation in New Jersey, plus professional liability insurance of at least $1,000,000. Proposals must include a fee schedule, references, and completed disclosure forms. Submissions are due to the City Clerk’s Office by September 1, 2026, at 11:00 AM.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Qualifications
- Merit
- Cost competitiveness
- References
- Experience with issues confronting the City
- Technical criteria
- Management criteria
- Cost criteria
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Executed Disclosure Statement
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Affirmative Action Compliance Notice
- Owner’s Disclosure Statement
- Hold Harmless Agreement
- Americans with Disabilities Act Language
- Vendor’s Information
- New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
- Original and one copy of proposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Disclosure Statement
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Affirmative Action Requirements
- Owner's Disclosure Statement
- Hold Harmless Agreement
- Americans with Disabilities Act form
- Vendor Information
- Proposer's Affidavit
REQUIRED STAFFING
Municipal Affordable Housing Attorney
- Submit to
- City Clerk’s Office, City of Garfield, 111 Outwater Lane, Garfield, NJ 07026
- Scope location
- Garfield, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Garfield?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 1, 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: City Clerk’s Office, City of Garfield, 111 Outwater Lane, Garfield, NJ 07026.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Garfield 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.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Municipal Affordable Housing Attorney. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Executed Disclosure Statement, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Affirmative Action Compliance Notice, Owner’s Disclosure Statement, Hold Harmless Agreement, Americans with Disabilities Act Language, Vendor’s Information, New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, Original and one copy of proposal. 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: "Qualifications, merit, cost competitiveness, references, experience with issues confronting the City, technical criteria, management criteria, cost criteria" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Garfield?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Garfield are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Garfield 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 4 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Disclosure Statement, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Affirmative Action Requirements, Owner's Disclosure Statement, Hold Harmless Agreement, Americans with Disabilities Act form, Vendor Information, Propose. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Garfield for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Garfield, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.