About this opportunity
AI summaryThe Borough of Cresskill solicits Qualification Statements from attorneys and firms interested in serving as Borough Bond Counsel. The appointed counsel must prepare bond ordinances, prepare note and bond issues with accompanying documentation and approving legal opinions, and conduct legal research on municipal law questions. Eligible respondents must possess significant experience providing bond counsel services to New Jersey municipalities or public entities, hold required professional licenses, maintain professional liability insurance of at least $1,000,000, and show compliance with New Jersey affirmative action requirements. Respondents must direct all communications to 67 Union Avenue and submit one complete set of the Qualification Statement by 10:00 a.m. on November 20, 2026. The borough will evaluate responses based on criteria including experience and references, which must include at least four municipal references. Submissions must include cost details and hourly rates, and the Borough will award a one-year professional services contract running from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- Borough of Cresskill
Scope of work
- Preparation of bond ordinances
- Preparation of note issues with accompanying documentation and approving legal opinion
- Preparation of bond issues with accompanying documentation and approving legal opinion
- Legal research on municipal law questions at the request of clients
- Providing expert advice on legality of proposed projects under state and federal law
- Advising on proper state law procedures for adoption of bond ordinances
- Working with the municipal finances officer and auditor regarding down payments, supplemental debt statements, and capital budget amendments
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Qualifications of the individuals who will perform the tasks and the amounts of their respective participation | Not specified |
| Experience and references | Not specified |
| Ability to perform the task in a timely fashion, including staffing and familiarity with the subject matter | Not specified |
| Cost competitiveness | Not specified |
| Portions of services subcontracted out and identification of all subcontractors anticipated to be used | Not specified |
| Whether Respondent normally employ union or non-union employees | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Significant experience in providing legal services as Bond Counsel to New Jersey municipalities and/or other New Jersey public entities
- Required professional federal and/or state licenses to perform the required activities
Documents to include with your response
- One original Qualification Statement and one flash drive copy
- Appendix A: Letter of Qualification
- Appendix B: Letter of Intent
- Description of legal education, experience, qualifications, and years with firm
- At least four municipal government references (three with knowledge of service to public entities)
- Cost details including hourly rates, time estimates, expenses, and total cost/not to exceed amount
- Evidence of compliance with New Jersey affirmative action requirements
- Copy of New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
- Copy of required professional federal and/or state licenses
- Certificate of insurance evidencing professional liability insurance
Key dates
- Issuance of Request for Qualifications
- October 27, 2026
- Receipt of Qualification Statements
- November 20, 2026 by 10:00 a.m.
- Opening of RFQ
- November 20, 2026 at 10:30 a.m.
- Appointment of Borough Bond Counsel
- January 1, 2027, or thereafter
How to submit
- Method
- Mail or hand delivery
- Instructions
- Submit one original together with one submission on a flash drive to Mrs. Francesca Maragliano, RMC, Borough Clerk, Borough of Cresskill, 67 Union Avenue, Cresskill, New Jersey 07626. Facsimile or email submissions not accepted.
Contract details
- Term
- January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027 (one year)
- Insurance and bonding
- Professional liability insurance with limits of not less than $1,000,000.00 each claim / $1,000,000 annual aggregate. Additional financial information may be requested if deductible exceeds $20,000.00 or has self-insured retention limits.