About this opportunity
AI summaryThe Newton Housing Authority seeks a qualified attorney to serve as General Counsel for a 12-month period, from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027, with a potential 12-month renewal. The selected attorney will provide legal services across all housing programs, including attending meetings, advising officers, reviewing legal documents, handling legal questions, and rendering legal opinions. Performance may occur onsite or offsite. Eligible applicants must be USA organizations, licensed to practice law in New Jersey, and approvable by HUD. Submissions must include a written proposal based on an hourly rate, a list of previous experience and qualifications, and an Equal Opportunity Policy. Proposals are due by 10:00 AM on Wednesday, December 2, 2026, at the Newton Housing Authority office. Evaluation criteria include demonstrated experience, key personnel expertise, proximity, Equal Opportunity Policy, and price.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- Newton Housing Authority
Scope of work
- Attend meetings of the Authority when requested
- Confer with and advise officers and employees on Authority related legal matters
- Review and approve legality of contracts, legal instruments, and written legal materials
- Render legal opinions on submitted matters when requested
- Provide legal advice, assistance, and counsel in actions arising at the Housing Authority
- Institute actions for recovery of possession of dwelling units or collection of rents
- Appear for and represent the Authority in litigation matters
- Coordinate legal actions brought against the Authority, its officers, and employees
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Demonstrated experience and competence in this type of work | 15 Points |
| Familiarity with Newton Housing Authority's Programs and HUD rules and regulations | 20 Points |
| Capability and capacity to accomplish work within the required time period | 20 Points |
| Geographic location of the firm relative to proximity to Housing Authority | 5 Points |
| Specialized experience of key personnel in Housing Authority Programs | 25 Points |
| Firm's Equal Opportunity Policy | 5 Points |
| Price | 10 Points |
Minimum qualifications
- Must be licensed to practice law in the State of New Jersey
- Should have experience representing other Housing Authorities and understanding of HUD funded programs
- Should be fully versed in New Jersey Local Public Contracts Law, Open Public Meeting Act, and State/Local Housing Authority Law
- Must be approvable by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development
Documents to include with your response
- Written proposal based upon an hourly rate
- Itemization of any requested reimbursables
- Copy of candidate's resume listing previous experience and qualifications
- Equal Opportunity Policy
Key dates
- Proposals Due
- Wednesday, December 2nd, 2026 by 10:00 AM
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed hard copy
- Instructions
- Submit written proposal marked Proposal for Legal Services delivered to Newton Housing Authority, 32 Liberty Street, Newton, New Jersey.
Contract details
- Term
- 12-month period with 1-12-month renewal at the election of the NHA
- Place of performance
- Newton, New Jersey
- Funding
- HUD Procurement Handbook 7460.8, HUD Notice PIH 90-47, NJSA 1944.4 et seq.