About this opportunity
AI summaryThe Borough of Cresskill seeks qualification statements from qualified attorneys or law firms to serve as Special Tax Appeal Attorney. The designated attorney will represent the borough and litigate special tax appeals as assigned by the borough counsel. Eligible respondents must be licensed attorneys in the state of New Jersey with significant experience providing special tax appeal legal services to New Jersey municipalities or public entities. Applicants must submit one original qualification statement and one copy on a flash drive to 67 Union Avenue by 10:00 a.m. on November 20, 2026. Submissions via email or facsimile are not accepted. The borough evaluates respondents on criteria including experience, references, and cost competitiveness. The successful respondent will receive 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
- Litigation of special tax appeals designated and determined by the Borough Counsel
- Representation of the Borough in assigned tax appeal litigation from time to time
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 sub-contracted out and identification of all subcontractors anticipated to be used | Not specified |
| Whether Respondent normally employs union or non-union employees | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Significant experience providing legal services as Special Tax Appeal Attorney to New Jersey municipalities and/or other New Jersey public entities
- Licensed attorney in the state of New Jersey
- Possess professional, financial, and administrative capabilities to provide the proposed services
Documents to include with your response
- Letter of Qualification (Appendix A)
- Letter of Intent (Appendix B)
- Description of Respondent legal education, experience, and qualifications
- At least four municipal government references (three with knowledge of service to public entities)
- Cost details including hourly rates, time estimates, expenses, and total 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
- Narrative statement of understanding of Borough needs and goals
- Current 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 Special Tax Appeal Attorney
- 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 Borough Clerk Francesca Maragliano, 67 Union Avenue, Cresskill, NJ 07626. Facsimile or e-mail submissions will not be accepted.
Contract details
- Term
- January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027 (one year)
- Place of performance
- Borough of Cresskill, New Jersey
- 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 info may be requested if deductible exceeds $20,000.00 or includes self-insured retention.