County of Warren - Professional Legal Services for the Warren County Library Commission - WC2686FO (2027)
Warren CountyCounty · Belvidere, NJ- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jill Butcher
The 30-second brief
The Warren County Library Commission is soliciting proposals from licensed New Jersey attorneys to serve as attorney to the Commission for the 2027 calendar year under solicitation WC2686FO. The scope includes attending Library Commission meetings, performing required legal work, preparing resolutions, correspondence, opinions, and rulings on questions of law, representing the Commission in litigation, trials, and appeals, and maintaining legal records and documents. Proposals are due by November 13, 2026, at 1:30 PM at the Wayne Dumont, Jr. Administration Building in Belvidere, NJ. Minimum qualifications require at least five years of prior proven experience representing public bodies such as counties, municipalities, or public library commissions in New Jersey. Submissions must include a qualification statement, reference statement with at least three client references, and a fee proposal detailing hourly rates for all attorneys and professionals.
Prior experience and familiarity with providing legal services under the direction of the Library Commission and Library Director, Prior experience in providing legal services to public entities similar to the Library Commission, Professional qualifications, general reputation, availability and experience of key personnel, Understanding of and capability of performing the requested services, Cost of services based on the fee schedule and hourly rate
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Summary
The Warren County Library Commission is soliciting proposals from licensed New Jersey attorneys to serve as attorney to the Commission for the 2027 calendar year under solicitation WC2686FO. The scope includes attending Library Commission meetings, performing required legal work, preparing resolutions, correspondence, opinions, and rulings on questions of law, representing the Commission in litigation, trials, and appeals, and maintaining legal records and documents.
Proposals are due by November 13, 2026, at 1:30 PM at the Wayne Dumont, Jr. Administration Building in Belvidere, NJ. Minimum qualifications require at least five years of prior proven experience representing public bodies such as counties, municipalities, or public library commissions in New Jersey. Submissions must include a qualification statement, reference statement with at least three client references, and a fee proposal detailing hourly rates for all attorneys and professionals.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Prior experience and familiarity with providing legal services under the direction of the Library Commission and Library Director, Prior experience in providing legal services to public entities similar to the Library Commission, Professional qualifications, general reputation, availability and experience of key personnel, Understanding of and capability of performing the requested services, Cost of services based on the fee schedule and hourly rate
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Qualification Statement
- Reference Statement
- Fee Proposal
- Statement of Ownership Disclosure
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Business Registration Certificate
- Acknowledgment of Receipt of Addenda Form
- Certificate of Insurance
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus
- Submit to
- Warren County Purchasing Department, Wayne Dumont, Jr. Administration Building, 165 County Route 519 South, Belvidere, New Jersey 07823-1949
- Scope location
- Belvidere, NJ
- Reported agency
- County of Warren
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Warren County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Warren County Purchasing Department, Wayne Dumont, Jr. Administration Building, 165 County Route 519 South, Belvidere, New Jersey 07823-1949. For questions, contact Jill Butcher.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Warren County 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 Jill Butcher. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Prior experience and familiarity with providing legal services under the direction of the Library Commission and Library Director, Prior experience in providing legal services to public entities simil..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Warren County?
All active and historical solicitations from Warren County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Warren County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 13, 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 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: Qualification Statement, Reference Statement, Fee Proposal, Statement of Ownership Disclosure, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Business Registration Certificate, Acknowledgment of Receipt of Addenda Form, Ce. Review the full document from Warren County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Belvidere, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.