City of Somers Point Request for Qualifications for 2027 City Solicitor
City of Somers PointCity · Somers Point, NJ- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
The City of Somers Point, New Jersey is requesting qualifications for professional legal services for the position of City Solicitor for Calendar Year 2027, covering the period from January 1st, 2027, through December 31st, 2027. Submissions must address basic qualifications, primary and backup personnel experience, key staff business address, staffing, New Jersey experience, familiarity with city services, insurance coverage including commercial general liability, automobile, workers' compensation, and professional liability, a compensation proposal, and references. The deadline for receipt of sealed qualifications by the City Administrator is 11:00 AM on November 30th, 2026. Evaluation criteria include experience and reputation in the field, knowledge of the City of Somers Point and subject matter, conformance with RFQ requirements, and availability to accommodate agency meetings.
Experience and reputation in the field, Knowledge of the City of Somers Point and the subject matter to be addressed under the contract, Conformance with any specific requirements of this RFQ, Availability to accommodate any required meetings of the agency, Compensation proposal, Other factors if demonstrated to be in the best interest of the City of Somers Point
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Summary
The City of Somers Point, New Jersey is requesting qualifications for professional legal services for the position of City Solicitor for Calendar Year 2027, covering the period from January 1st, 2027, through December 31st, 2027.
Submissions must address basic qualifications, primary and backup personnel experience, key staff business address, staffing, New Jersey experience, familiarity with city services, insurance coverage including commercial general liability, automobile, workers' compensation, and professional liability, a compensation proposal, and references. The deadline for receipt of sealed qualifications by the City Administrator is 11:00 AM on November 30th, 2026. Evaluation criteria include experience and reputation in the field, knowledge of the City of Somers Point and subject matter, conformance with RFQ requirements, and availability to accommodate agency meetings.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience and reputation in the field, Knowledge of the City of Somers Point and the subject matter to be addressed under the contract, Conformance with any specific requirements of this RFQ, Availability to accommodate any required meetings of the agency, Compensation proposal, Other factors if demonstrated to be in the best interest of the City of Somers Point
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certificate of Insurance, compensation proposal
- Submit to
- City Administrator, 1 West New Jersey Avenue, Somers Point, New Jersey 08244
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Somers Point, NJ
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Somers Point?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City Administrator, 1 West New Jersey Avenue, Somers Point, New Jersey 08244.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Somers Point 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 RFQ 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.
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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: "Experience and reputation in the field, Knowledge of the City of Somers Point and the subject matter to be addressed under the contract, Conformance with any specific requirements of this RFQ, Availab..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Somers Point?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Somers Point are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Somers Point 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 30, 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 RFQ?
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: Certificate of Insurance, compensation proposal. Review the full document from City of Somers Point for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Somers Point, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
