Law Firms and Individuals Interested in Serving as Special Counsel for Zoning and Planning Matters and Zoning and Planning Litigation service

The Town of Guttenberg requests qualifications from law firms and attorneys licensed to practice law in the State of New Jersey to serve as Special Counsel for Zoning and Planning Matters and Zoning/Planning Litigation. The buyer needs the legal counsel to perform legal research, draft ordinances, resolutions, and legal notices, represent the Town in administrative forums and federal and state court litigation, attend Town Council meetings upon request, and conduct legal programs for Town employees and elected officials. Eligible candidates must be licensed attorneys in New Jersey with significant experience representing New Jersey municipalities in municipal law and must be onshore USA organizations. Bidders must deliver one original and one copy of the qualification statement to the Town Clerk by Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 10:00 am. The contract term runs from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027. Bidders must submit cost details including hourly rates and a total "not to exceed" amount, and the Town evaluates proposals based on experience, references, and cost competitiveness.