City of New Haven Municipal Marshals List Proposal RFP 2027-2027-RFP-402
City of New HavenCity · New Haven, CT- Due
- Oct 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Malinda Figueroa
- (203) 946-8207
The 30-second brief
The City of New Haven seeks proposals from currently appointed Connecticut state marshals for inclusion on the City's annual Municipal Marshals List. Selected marshals will provide accurate, timely and legally compliant service of process for City departments, agencies, boards, commissions, attorneys and other authorized parties acting on behalf of the City. Services include subpoenas, summonses, complaints, writs, executions, foreclosure documents, municipal personal-property tax warrants, and building, housing, health and zoning notices. Pursuant to Article XIII, §2-891 through §2-899 of the New Haven Code of Ordinances, the Purchasing Agent may select up to fifteen qualified marshals for the annual list. All fees and mileage must comply with CGS §52-261 and §12-162 and the City's municipal marshal fee schedule. Proposals are due by October 13, 2026, with a notice of interest deadline of October 6, 2026.
Service of process, Subpoenas, Summonses, Complaints, Writs, Executions, Foreclosure documents, Municipal personal-property tax warrants, Building, Housing, Health and zoning notices
At least three municipal or governmental references attesting to service quality and reliability (33%), Length of Time as a Marshal (33%), Bi-lingual Availability (English/Spanish/Other Languages) (34%)
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Summary
The City of New Haven seeks proposals from currently appointed Connecticut state marshals for inclusion on the City's annual Municipal Marshals List.
Selected marshals will provide accurate, timely and legally compliant service of process for City departments, agencies, boards, commissions, attorneys and other authorized parties acting on behalf of the City. Services include subpoenas, summonses, complaints, writs, executions, foreclosure documents, municipal personal-property tax warrants, and building, housing, health and zoning notices. Pursuant to Article XIII, §2-891 through §2-899 of the New Haven Code of Ordinances, the Purchasing Agent may select up to fifteen qualified marshals for the annual list. All fees and mileage must comply with CGS §52-261 and §12-162 and the City's municipal marshal fee schedule. Proposals are due by October 13, 2026, with a notice of interest deadline of October 6, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
At least three municipal or governmental references attesting to service quality and reliability (33%), Length of Time as a Marshal (33%), Bi-lingual Availability (English/Spanish/Other Languages) (34%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Service of process
- Subpoenas
- Summonses
- Complaints
- Writs
- Executions
- Foreclosure documents
- Municipal personal-property tax warrants
- Building
- Housing
- Health and zoning notices
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Disclosure Form for Online Notary
- DISCLOSURE & CERTIFICATION AFFIDAVIT
- Current Workforce Demographic
- Statement of Qualifications for City
- Tax Identification number
- IRS Form W-9
- State Marshal identification card
- State Marshal Bond Documentation
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/newhavenct
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- New Haven, CT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of New Haven?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 13, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/newhavenct. For questions, contact Malinda Figueroa.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of New Haven in CT, 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 Malinda Figueroa at (203) 946-8207. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Service of process, Subpoenas, Summonses, Complaints, Writs, Executions, Foreclosure documents, Municipal personal-property tax warrants, Building, Housing, Health and zoning notices. 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: "At least three municipal or governmental references attesting to service quality and reliability (33%), Length of Time as a Marshal (33%), Bi-lingual Availability (English/Spanish/Other Languages) (34..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of New Haven?
All active and historical solicitations from City of New Haven are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of New Haven 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 Form for Online Notary, DISCLOSURE & CERTIFICATION AFFIDAVIT, Current Workforce Demographic, Statement of Qualifications for City, Tax Identification number, IRS Form W-9, State Marshal ide. Review the full document from City of New Haven for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New Haven, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.