City of Garfield Special Legal Counsel RFP 2026
Garfield Housing AuthorityLocal Housing Authority · Garfield, NJ- Due
- Jan 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
The City of Garfield is soliciting proposals for Special Legal Counsel to provide professional legal services from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. Proposals are due to the City Clerk by January 27, 2026.
Executed Disclosure Statement, Executed Non-Collusion Affidavit, Executed Affirmative Action Compliance Notice, Executed Owner's Disclosure Statement, Executed Hold Harmless Agreement, Executed Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 Language, Executed Vendor's Information, New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, Responses to section III Part B 1 through 15, Original and one copy of completed package
Technical Criteria, Management Criteria, Cost Criteria
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Summary
The City of Garfield is soliciting proposals for Special Legal Counsel to provide professional legal services from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. Proposals are due to the City Clerk by January 27, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Technical Criteria
- Management Criteria
- Cost Criteria
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Executed Disclosure Statement
- Executed Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Executed Affirmative Action Compliance Notice
- Executed Owner's Disclosure Statement
- Executed Hold Harmless Agreement
- Executed Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 Language
- Executed Vendor's Information
- New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
- Responses to section III Part B 1 through 15
- Original and one copy of completed package
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
Special Legal Counsel, Attorney
- Submit to
- City Clerk's Office, City of Garfield, 111 Outwater Lane, Garfield, NJ 07026
- Scope location
- Garfield, NJ
- Reported agency
- City of Garfield
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Garfield Housing Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 27, 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 Garfield Housing Authority 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: Special Legal Counsel, 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, Executed Non-Collusion Affidavit, Executed Affirmative Action Compliance Notice, Executed Owner's Disclosure Statement, Executed Hold Harmless Agreement, Executed Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 Language, Executed Vendor's Information, New Jersey Business Regis. 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: "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 Garfield Housing Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Garfield Housing Authority are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Garfield Housing Authority 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 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 Garfield Housing Authority 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.