Township of Scotch Plains - 2027 Annual Professional Services RFP
Township of Scotch PlainsCity · Scotch Plains, NJ- Due
- Nov 24, 2026
- 21 days left
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
The Township of Scotch Plains is soliciting professional services proposals through a fair and open process for the upcoming calendar year beginning January 1, 2027 and ending December 31, 2027. Required professional services include Municipal Auditor, Municipal Bond Counsel, Municipal Engineer, Municipal Labor Counsel, Municipal Prosecutor, Municipal Public Defender, Township Attorney, Conflict Attorney, Township Physician/Medical Services, Health Insurance Broker, Planning Board Attorney, Zoning Board Attorney, Planning Board Planner, Tax Appraisal Services, Tax Appeal Attorney, Zoning Board Planner, Planning Board Engineer, Zoning Board Engineer, Professional Grant Writing Services, Township Planner, Affordable Housing/Fair Share Element Planner, Redevelopment Attorney, Affordable Housing Administrative Agent, Affordable Housing Attorney, Redevelopment Area Financial Analyst, Township Risk Manager/Consultant, and Bond Counsel for Redevelopment. Submissions are due by November 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Office of the Municipal Clerk. Proposals will be evaluated based on firm experience and reputation, knowledge of the Township, meeting availability, compensation proposal, references, family relationship certifications, license dates, liability insurance, Business Registration Certificate, and RFP submission compliance.
Municipal Auditor, Municipal Bond Counsel, Municipal Engineer, Municipal Labor Counsel, Municipal Prosecutor, Municipal Public Defender, Township Attorney, Conflict Attorney, Township Physician/Medical Services, Health Insurance Broker, Planning Board Attorney, Zoning Board Attorney, Planning Board Planner, Tax Appraisal Services, Tax Appeal Attorney, Zoning Board Planner, Planning Board Engineer, Zoning Board Engineer, Professional Grant Writing Services, Township Planner, Affordable Housing/Fair Share Element Planner, Redevelopment Attorney, Affordable Housing Administrative Agent, Affordable Housing Attorney, Redevelopment Area Financial Analyst, Township Risk Manager/Consultant, Bond Counsel for Redevelopment
Individual or firm experience and reputation in the field, knowledge of the Township of Scotch Plains and subject matters to be addressed under the contract, availability to accommodate any required meetings, compensation proposal, at least 2 references with address and phone number, certification regarding immediate relatives, explanation as to when each individual performing work received his or her license to practice in this State, copy of the firm's Certificate of Liability Insurance, copy of the firm's Business Registration Certificate, submission of the information requested in the RFP
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Summary
The Township of Scotch Plains is soliciting professional services proposals through a fair and open process for the upcoming calendar year beginning January 1, 2027 and ending December 31, 2027.
Required professional services include Municipal Auditor, Municipal Bond Counsel, Municipal Engineer, Municipal Labor Counsel, Municipal Prosecutor, Municipal Public Defender, Township Attorney, Conflict Attorney, Township Physician/Medical Services, Health Insurance Broker, Planning Board Attorney, Zoning Board Attorney, Planning Board Planner, Tax Appraisal Services, Tax Appeal Attorney, Zoning Board Planner, Planning Board Engineer, Zoning Board Engineer, Professional Grant Writing Services, Township Planner, Affordable Housing/Fair Share Element Planner, Redevelopment Attorney, Affordable Housing Administrative Agent, Affordable Housing Attorney, Redevelopment Area Financial Analyst, Township Risk Manager/Consultant, and Bond Counsel for Redevelopment. Submissions are due by November 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Office of the Municipal Clerk. Proposals will be evaluated based on firm experience and reputation, knowledge of the Township, meeting availability, compensation proposal, references, family relationship certifications, license dates, liability insurance, Business Registration Certificate, and RFP submission compliance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Individual or firm experience and reputation in the field, knowledge of the Township of Scotch Plains and subject matters to be addressed under the contract, availability to accommodate any required meetings, compensation proposal, at least 2 references with address and phone number, certification regarding immediate relatives, explanation as to when each individual performing work received his or her license to practice in this State, copy of the firm's Certificate of Liability Insurance, copy of the firm's Business Registration Certificate, submission of the information requested in the RFP
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
27- Municipal Auditor
- Municipal Bond Counsel
- Municipal Engineer
- Municipal Labor Counsel
- Municipal Prosecutor
- Municipal Public Defender
- Township Attorney
- Conflict Attorney
- Township Physician/Medical Services
- Health Insurance Broker
- Planning Board Attorney
- Zoning Board Attorney
- Planning Board Planner
- Tax Appraisal Services
- Tax Appeal Attorney
- Zoning Board Planner
- Planning Board Engineer
- Zoning Board Engineer
- Professional Grant Writing Services
- Township Planner
- Affordable Housing/Fair Share Element Planner
- Redevelopment Attorney
- Affordable Housing Administrative Agent
- Affordable Housing Attorney
- Redevelopment Area Financial Analyst
- Township Risk Manager/Consultant
- Bond Counsel for Redevelopment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
resume of each individual performing the work, at least 2 references with address and phone number, certification that no immediate relatives of any principal of the firm is employed by or serve as elected officials of the Township, copy of the firm's Certificate of Liability Insurance, copy of the firm's Business Registration Certificate, submission of the information requested in the RFP
- Submit to
- Township of Scotch Plains, Office of the Municipal Clerk, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076
- Scope location
- Scotch Plains, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Township of Scotch Plains?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 24, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Township of Scotch Plains, Office of the Municipal Clerk, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Township of Scotch Plains 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Municipal Auditor, Municipal Bond Counsel, Municipal Engineer, Municipal Labor Counsel, Municipal Prosecutor, Municipal Public Defender, Township Attorney, Conflict Attorney, Township Physician/Medical Services, Health Insurance Broker, Planning Board Attorney, Zoning Board Attorney, Planning Board. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Individual or firm experience and reputation in the field, knowledge of the Township of Scotch Plains and subject matters to be addressed under the contract, availability to accommodate any required m..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Township of Scotch Plains?
All active and historical solicitations from Township of Scotch Plains are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Township of Scotch Plains 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 24, 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: resume of each individual performing the work, at least 2 references with address and phone number, certification that no immediate relatives of any principal of the firm is employed by or serve as el. Review the full document from Township of Scotch Plains for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Scotch Plains, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.