City of Union City Public Defender Legal Services RFP 2026
City of UnionCity · Union City, NJ- Due
- Jun 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Hilda I. Rosario
The 30-second brief
The City of Union City is soliciting proposals from New Jersey licensed attorneys to serve as Public Defender for a contract period from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. The successful candidate will represent indigent defendants in Municipal Court, appear as assigned by the court, and handle other matters as directed. Requirements include significant Municipal Court experience, submission of monthly billing statements, and compliance with New Jersey business registration and Affirmative Action (N.J.S.A. 10:5-31) regulations. Proposals must include professional qualifications, four references, hourly rates, and several mandatory disclosure forms regarding ethics, ownership, and international investment activities. Sealed proposals are due to the City Clerk by 11:15 AM on June 16, 2026.
Represent indigent defendants, Appear before Municipal Court, Monthly billing statements, Ethics certification, Ownership disclosure
Qualifications of individuals, proven experience in urban municipal court environments, ability to perform tasks timely, availability of appropriate personnel
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Summary
The City of Union City is soliciting proposals from New Jersey licensed attorneys to serve as Public Defender for a contract period from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026.
The successful candidate will represent indigent defendants in Municipal Court, appear as assigned by the court, and handle other matters as directed. Requirements include significant Municipal Court experience, submission of monthly billing statements, and compliance with New Jersey business registration and Affirmative Action (N.J.S.A. 10:5-31) regulations. Proposals must include professional qualifications, four references, hourly rates, and several mandatory disclosure forms regarding ethics, ownership, and international investment activities. Sealed proposals are due to the City Clerk by 11:15 AM on June 16, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Qualifications of individuals
- Proven experience in urban municipal court environments
- Ability to perform tasks timely
- Availability of appropriate personnel
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Represent indigent defendants
- Appear before Municipal Court
- Monthly billing statements
- Ethics certification
- Ownership disclosure
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Statement of ownership disclosure
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form
- Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus
- Business Registration Certificate
- Statement concerning ethics complaints
- Exhibit A (Mandatory Equal Employment Opportunity language)
REQUIRED STAFFING
Attorney, Public Defender
- Submit to
- Hilda I. Rosario, City Clerk, City of Union City, 3715 Palisade Avenue, Union City, New Jersey 07087
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Union City, NJ
- Reported agency
- City of Union City
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Union?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 16, 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: Hilda I. Rosario, City Clerk, City of Union City, 3715 Palisade Avenue, Union City, New Jersey 07087. For questions, contact Hilda I. Rosario.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Union 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.
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 Hilda I. Rosario. 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: Attorney, Public Defender. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Represent indigent defendants, Appear before Municipal Court, Monthly billing statements, Ethics certification, Ownership disclosure. 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: "Qualifications of individuals, proven experience in urban municipal court environments, ability to perform tasks timely, availability of appropriate personnel" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Union?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Union are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Union 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: Statement of ownership disclosure, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form, Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus, Business Registration Certificate,. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Union for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Union City, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.