City of Union City Substitute Public Defender Services RFP 2026
City of UnionCity · Union City, NJ- Due
- Apr 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Hilda I. Rosario
The 30-second brief
The City of Union City is soliciting proposals for a Substitute Public Defender for the contract period of January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. The successful attorney will represent indigent defendants in Municipal Court when the primary public defender is unavailable and perform other duties as directed by the court. Candidates must be licensed to practice law in New Jersey and have significant Municipal Court experience. Requirements include monthly billing statements, proof of business registration with the NJ Division of Taxation, and compliance with Affirmative Action (N.J.A.C. 17:27). Sealed proposals, consisting of one original and two copies, must be received by City Clerk Hilda I. Rosario by 9:45 am on April 30, 2026.
Monthly billing statements, Proof of business registration, Statement of ownership disclosure, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form, Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus, Ethics complaint certification
Qualifications of individuals, Proven experience in urban municipal court environments, Ability to perform tasks in a timely fashion, Availability of appropriate personnel
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Summary
The City of Union City is soliciting proposals for a Substitute Public Defender for the contract period of January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026.
The successful attorney will represent indigent defendants in Municipal Court when the primary public defender is unavailable and perform other duties as directed by the court. Candidates must be licensed to practice law in New Jersey and have significant Municipal Court experience. Requirements include monthly billing statements, proof of business registration with the NJ Division of Taxation, and compliance with Affirmative Action (N.J.A.C. 17:27). Sealed proposals, consisting of one original and two copies, must be received by City Clerk Hilda I. Rosario by 9:45 am on April 30, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Qualifications of individuals
- Proven experience in urban municipal court environments
- Ability to perform tasks in a timely fashion
- Availability of appropriate personnel
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Monthly billing statements
- Proof of business registration
- Statement of ownership disclosure
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form
- Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus
- Ethics complaint certification
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A (Mandatory Equal Employment Opportunity language), Statement of ownership disclosure form, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form, Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus form, Ethics complaint certification form
REQUIRED STAFFING
Attorneys
- Submit to
- Union City Hall, 3715 Palisade Avenue, Union City, New Jersey 07087
- 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 April 30, 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: Union City Hall, 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: Attorneys. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Monthly billing statements, Proof of business registration, Statement of ownership disclosure, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form, Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus, Ethics complaint certification. 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 in a timely fashion, 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: Exhibit A (Mandatory Equal Employment Opportunity language), Statement of ownership disclosure form, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form, Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Ac. 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.