Salem City Board of Education - Legal Services - RFP 26-005 (2026)
Salem City School DistrictSchool · Salem, NJ- Due
- Mar 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- John Berenato
- (856) 935-3800
The 30-second brief
The Salem City Board of Education is seeking proposals for legal services for the 2026-2027 school year, from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Interested parties may apply for one or more service areas, including General Counsel Services, Bond Counsel Services, Special Education Services, Labor Relations Services, and Real Estate, Construction & Transactional Services. The district operates under an annual operating budget of approximately 30 million, serving approximately 1,150 students across multiple school facilities in Salem, New Jersey. Proposals are due by 10:00 am on Friday, March 6, 2026, and must be submitted to the business office at 205 Walnut Street, Salem, NJ 08079. Evaluation criteria include management criteria (40 points), technical criteria (40 points), and cost criteria (20 points).
Management Criteria (40), Technical Criteria (40), Cost Criteria (20)
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Summary
The Salem City Board of Education is seeking proposals for legal services for the 2026-2027 school year, from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.
Interested parties may apply for one or more service areas, including General Counsel Services, Bond Counsel Services, Special Education Services, Labor Relations Services, and Real Estate, Construction & Transactional Services. The district operates under an annual operating budget of approximately 30 million, serving approximately 1,150 students across multiple school facilities in Salem, New Jersey. Proposals are due by 10:00 am on Friday, March 6, 2026, and must be submitted to the business office at 205 Walnut Street, Salem, NJ 08079. Evaluation criteria include management criteria (40 points), technical criteria (40 points), and cost criteria (20 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Ownership Disclosure Statement
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- C. 271 Political Contribution Disclosure Form
- Contractor/Vendor Questionnaire/Certification
- Affirmative Action Questionnaire
- Affidavit and Exhibit A
- New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
- Certificate of Employee Information Report
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Certification of Non-Debarment (Prior to Award of Contract)
- Submit to
- Board office, 205 Walnut Street, Salem, NJ 08079 or via email at [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Salem, NJ
- Reported agency
- Salem City Board of Education
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Salem City School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 6, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Board office, 205 Walnut Street, Salem, NJ 08079 or via email at [email protected]. For questions, contact John Berenato.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Salem City School District 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 John Berenato at (856) 935-3800. 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: "Management Criteria (40), Technical Criteria (40), Cost Criteria (20)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Salem City School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Salem City School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Salem City School District 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: Ownership Disclosure Statement, Non-Collusion Affidavit, C. 271 Political Contribution Disclosure Form, Contractor/Vendor Questionnaire/Certification, Affirmative Action Questionnaire, Affidavit and E. Review the full document from Salem City School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Salem, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.