City of Summit - RFQ 2027 Planning Board Services - 2026
City of SummitCity · Summit, NJ- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jessica Sands
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Summit Planning Board is soliciting Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the provision of 2027 engineering services, planning services, attorney services, and stenographic services. Qualified firms or organizations will provide professional consulting, planning board applications completeness review, zoning analysis, written reports, and attendance at scheduled board meetings. Proposals are due by October 29, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Evaluation criteria include experience and reputation in the field, knowledge of the city and subject matter, and availability to accommodate required meetings.
Engineering services, Planning services, Attorney services, Stenographic services
Experience and reputation in the field, Knowledge of the City and the subject matter addressed under the contract, Availability to accommodate the required meetings of the Board, Other factors relevant to the performance of duties demonstrated to be in the best interest of the City
SUMMARY
The City of Summit Planning Board is soliciting Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the provision of 2027 engineering services, planning services, attorney services, and stenographic services.
Qualified firms or organizations will provide professional consulting, planning board applications completeness review, zoning analysis, written reports, and attendance at scheduled board meetings. Proposals are due by October 29, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Evaluation criteria include experience and reputation in the field, knowledge of the city and subject matter, and availability to accommodate required meetings.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience and reputation in the field, Knowledge of the City and the subject matter addressed under the contract, Availability to accommodate the required meetings of the Board, Other factors relevant to the performance of duties demonstrated to be in the best interest of the City
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Engineering services
- Planning services
- Attorney services
- Stenographic services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Letter of Qualification
- Letter of Intent
- Payment Conditions and Rate Schedules Form
- State licenses
- New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
- Resumes
REQUIRED STAFFING
12- Submit to
- Jessica Sands, Land Use Assistant, City of Summit, 512 Springfield Avenue, Summit NJ 07901
- Scope location
- Summit, NJ
Questions about this RFP
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 October 29, 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: Jessica Sands, Land Use Assistant, City of Summit, 512 Springfield Avenue, Summit NJ 07901. For questions, contact Jessica Sands.
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 Jessica Sands. 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: Partner, Principal, Project Manager, Professional Engineer, Project Engineer, Senior Design Engineer, Design Engineer, Senior Engineering Technician, Associate, Project Planner, Draft Person/CADD, In-Person Stenographer. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Engineering services, Planning services, Attorney services, Stenographic services. 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: "Experience and reputation in the field, Knowledge of the City and the subject matter addressed under the contract, Availability to accommodate the required meetings of the Board, Other factors relevan..." 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 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 October 29, 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: Letter of Qualification, Letter of Intent, Payment Conditions and Rate Schedules Form, state licenses, New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, resumes. 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.