Town of Harrison - RFP 2027 Town Attorney & Tax Appeals Services - 2027
Town of HarrisonCity · Harrison, NJ- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 36 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Paul J. Zarbetski
The 30-second brief
The Town of Harrison is seeking proposals for professional legal services to act as Town Attorney, including rendering required professional legal services and defending Tax Appeals filed by taxpayers of the Town. Services are to be compensated on an hourly rate basis for the contract period from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027. Submissions are due by December 3, 2026, at 10:00 A.M., to be delivered to the Town Clerk at Harrison Town Hall, 318 Harrison Avenue, Harrison, New Jersey 07029. Evaluation criteria include experience and reputation in the field, knowledge of the Town, availability for meetings, and compensation proposals.
Experience and reputation in the field and staff adequacy, Knowledge of the Town of Harrison and subject matters, Availability to accommodate all meetings of the Town, Compensation proposal, Other factors deemed to be in the best interests of the Town
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Summary
The Town of Harrison is seeking proposals for professional legal services to act as Town Attorney, including rendering required professional legal services and defending Tax Appeals filed by taxpayers of the Town.
Services are to be compensated on an hourly rate basis for the contract period from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027. Submissions are due by December 3, 2026, at 10:00 A.M., to be delivered to the Town Clerk at Harrison Town Hall, 318 Harrison Avenue, Harrison, New Jersey 07029. Evaluation criteria include experience and reputation in the field, knowledge of the Town, availability for meetings, and compensation proposals.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience and reputation in the field and staff adequacy, Knowledge of the Town of Harrison and subject matters, Availability to accommodate all meetings of the Town, Compensation proposal, Other factors deemed to be in the best interests of the Town
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Disclosure of Ownership Form
- Insurance Requirement Acknowledgement Form
- Mandatory Equal Employment Opportunity Notice Acknowledgement
- Business Registration Certificate
- Professional Service Entity Information Form
- Qualifications Submission Form
- Acknowledgement of Corrections
- Additions or Deletions Form
- Submit to
- Town Clerk, Town Hall, 318 Harrison Avenue, Harrison, New Jersey 07029
- Scope location
- Harrison, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Harrison?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Town Clerk, Town Hall, 318 Harrison Avenue, Harrison, New Jersey 07029. For questions, contact Paul J. Zarbetski.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Harrison 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 Paul J. Zarbetski. 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: "Experience and reputation in the field and staff adequacy, Knowledge of the Town of Harrison and subject matters, Availability to accommodate all meetings of the Town, Compensation proposal, Other fac..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Harrison?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 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: Non-Collusion Affidavit, Disclosure of Ownership Form, Insurance Requirement Acknowledgement Form, Mandatory Equal Employment Opportunity Notice Acknowledgement, Business Registration Certificate, Pro. Review the full document from Town of Harrison for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Harrison, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.