Passaic County Improvement Authority Legal Counsel RFQ 2026
Passaic CountyCounty · Paterson, NJ- Due
- Apr 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Peter A. Tucci, Jr.
- (201) 880-1800
The 30-second brief
Passaic County Improvement Authority is seeking qualifications for Legal Counsel - Bond Counsel services for issuing bonds and financings. Minimum qualifications include being licensed in NJ for 5+ years, experience with governmental entities and the NJ Local Finance Board for 5+ years, knowledge of the Authority, and national recognition as bond counsel.
Licensed to practice law in the State of New Jersey for a minimum of five (5) years; Representation of governmental entities in the field of public finance with experience representing public entities before the New Jersey Local Finance Board for a minimum of five (5) years; Knowledge of the Authority and its operations; Nationally recognized as a bond counsel and appear in the Bond Buyer's Municipal Marketplace Directory.
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Summary
Passaic County Improvement Authority is seeking qualifications for Legal Counsel - Bond Counsel services for issuing bonds and financings.
Minimum qualifications include being licensed in NJ for 5+ years, experience with governmental entities and the NJ Local Finance Board for 5+ years, knowledge of the Authority, and national recognition as bond counsel.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Licensed to practice law in the State of New Jersey for a minimum of five (5) years; Representation of governmental entities in the field of public finance with experience representing public entities before the New Jersey Local Finance Board for a minimum of five (5) years; Knowledge of the Authority and its operations; Nationally recognized as a bond counsel and appear in the Bond Buyer's Municipal Marketplace Directory.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Responses evidencing that it meets the minimum requirements, along with any other information it would like the Authority to review.
- Submit to
- 401 Grand Street, Room 417, Paterson, New Jersey 07505 or [email protected]
- Reported agency
- Passaic County Improvement Authority
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Passaic County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 7, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 401 Grand Street, Room 417, Paterson, New Jersey 07505 or [email protected]. For questions, contact Peter A. Tucci, Jr..
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Passaic 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 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 Peter A. Tucci, Jr. at (201) 880-1800. 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: "Licensed to practice law in the State of New Jersey for a minimum of five (5) years; Representation of governmental entities in the field of public finance with experience representing public entities..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Passaic County?
All active and historical solicitations from Passaic County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Passaic County 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: Responses evidencing that it meets the minimum requirements, along with any other information it would like the Authority to review.. Review the full document from Passaic County for the complete list.