City of Summit - Provision of 2026 Affordable Housing Counsel - RFQ 2026
City of SummitCity · Summit, NJ- Due
- Nov 20, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 31, 2025
- Primary contact
- Augusto Dal’Maso
- (908) 273-6400
The 30-second brief
The City of Summit is soliciting Qualification Statements from interested law firms for the provision of affordable housing counsel services for the year 2026. The selected firm will provide legal services and counsel on an as-needed basis as determined by the City. Submission of qualification statements is required by November 20, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. prevailing time. The procurement is subject to New Jersey Local Unit Pay-to-Play Law and Summit Pay to Play Ordinance 2-90.
Experience and reputation in the field, Knowledge of the City and subject matter, Availability to accommodate required meetings, Other factors in the best interest of the City
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Summary
The City of Summit is soliciting Qualification Statements from interested law firms for the provision of affordable housing counsel services for the year 2026.
The selected firm will provide legal services and counsel on an as-needed basis as determined by the City. Submission of qualification statements is required by November 20, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. prevailing time. The procurement is subject to New Jersey Local Unit Pay-to-Play Law and Summit Pay to Play Ordinance 2-90.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Experience and reputation in the field
- Knowledge of the City and subject matter
- Availability to accommodate required meetings
- Other factors in the best interest of the City
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Executive summary
- Letter of Qualification
- Name address and telephone number
- Description of business organization and principals
- Letter of Intent
- Payment Conditions and Rate Schedules Form
- Number of years in business
- Number of years under current management
- Judgments or malpractice claims within last 3 years
- Bankruptcy or re-organization proceedings in last 10 years
- New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
REQUIRED STAFFING
5- Submit to
- 512 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ 07901 (Hand delivery, delivery service, or US Postal Service delivery)
- Scope location
- Summit, NJ
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Summit?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 512 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ 07901 (Hand delivery, delivery service, or US Postal Service delivery). For questions, contact Augusto Dal’Maso.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Summit 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.
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 Augusto Dal’Maso at (908) 273-6400. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Principal, Partner, Associate, Paralegal, Other/ Meeting Request. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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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 and subject matter, Availability to accommodate required meetings, Other factors in the best interest of the City" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Summit?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Summit are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Summit 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 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: Executive summary, Letter of Qualification, Name address and telephone number, Description of business organization and principals, Letter of Intent, Payment Conditions and Rate Schedules Form, Number. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Summit for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Summit, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.