Town of Guttenberg Qualifications Request for Municipal Court Interpreter Services

The Town of Guttenberg seeks qualifications from USA-based individuals or firms to serve as Municipal Court Interpreter for a contract period running from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027. The selected vendor must interpret court proceedings, hearings, and interviews consecutively and simultaneously between English and Spanish, perform sight translations of documents, and request clarifications from the municipal judge when needed. Eligible applicants must demonstrate significant experience providing court interpreter services for public entities and supply at least four references. Interpreters must hold certification from the New Jersey Administrative Office of the Courts or an equivalent state/federal agency certification. Submissions require one original and one copy containing qualifications, cost details with hourly rates, litigation history, and various completed town forms, including a Non-Collusion Affidavit and Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran. Candidates must deliver submissions to the Town Clerk by November 19, 2026, at 10:00 am. Evaluation criteria focus on experience, references, and cost competitiveness.