State of New Jersey Request for Qualifications for Bond Counsel 2026
Division of Law | State of New JerseyState · NJ- Due
- Dec 2, 2026
- 36 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Gabriel I. Chacon
- (609) 984-3900
The 30-second brief
State of New Jersey seeks qualified law firms for a two-year pool of Bond Counsel and Special Federal Tax Counsel for state and independent authority bond financings, including general obligation bonds, subject-to-appropriation bonds, and moral obligation bonds. The scope encompasses legal advice, transaction structuring, drafting resolutions, bond purchase agreements, indentures, and closing documents, as well as federal tax and securities law compliance, tax-exempt municipal securities, and post-closing IRS inquiries. Proposals are due by December 2, 2026, and must be submitted through the Division of Law On-Line RFQ Portal. Questions are due by November 2, 2026. Responding firms must demonstrate experience in bond and tax-exempt financings, federal tax and securities law, and be prepared to comply with Outside Counsel Guidelines and state compliance forms.
Knowledge and experience of named attorneys as applicable with State laws relevant to bonds; federal securities, tax and other laws relevant to bonds; experience with complex financings, Knowledge and experience of the firm with bond work and similar transactions, Resources of the firm, Approach to communication with the Division of Law, Past experience of the State with the firm and/or named attorneys
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Summary
State of New Jersey seeks qualified law firms for a two-year pool of Bond Counsel and Special Federal Tax Counsel for state and independent authority bond financings, including general obligation bonds, subject-to-appropriation bonds, and moral obligation bonds.
The scope encompasses legal advice, transaction structuring, drafting resolutions, bond purchase agreements, indentures, and closing documents, as well as federal tax and securities law compliance, tax-exempt municipal securities, and post-closing IRS inquiries. Proposals are due by December 2, 2026, and must be submitted through the Division of Law On-Line RFQ Portal. Questions are due by November 2, 2026. Responding firms must demonstrate experience in bond and tax-exempt financings, federal tax and securities law, and be prepared to comply with Outside Counsel Guidelines and state compliance forms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Knowledge and experience of named attorneys as applicable with State laws relevant to bonds; federal securities, tax and other laws relevant to bonds; experience with complex financings, Knowledge and experience of the firm with bond work and similar transactions, Resources of the firm, Approach to communication with the Division of Law, Past experience of the State with the firm and/or named attorneys
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Ownership Disclosure, Affirmative Action Supplement with Affirmative Action Employee Information Report - Form AA-302, Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Iran, Two-Year Chapter 51/Executive Order 333 (2023) Certification and Disclosure of Political Contributions, Disclosure Requirement of P.L. 2005, c. 271, Certification pursuant to L. 2022, c. 3 (Prohibited Activities in Russia and Belarus), Diversity Questionnaire
REQUIRED STAFFING
5- Submit to
- Division of Law Online RFQ Portal
- Scope location
- Trenton, New Jersey
- Reported agency
- State of New Jersey
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Division of Law | State of New Jersey?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Division of Law Online RFQ Portal. For questions, contact Gabriel I. Chacon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Division of Law | State of New Jersey 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 Gabriel I. Chacon at (609) 984-3900. 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, Law Assistants, Law Clerks, Summer Associates, Paralegals. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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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: "Knowledge and experience of named attorneys as applicable with State laws relevant to bonds; federal securities, tax and other laws relevant to bonds; experience with complex financings, Knowledge and..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Division of Law | State of New Jersey?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 2, 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 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: Ownership Disclosure, Affirmative Action Supplement with Affirmative Action Employee Information Report - Form AA-302, Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Iran, Two-Year Chapt. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Division of Law | State of New Jersey for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Trenton, New Jersey. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.