About this opportunity
AI summaryThe County of Monmouth requests proposals from law firms licensed to practice law in New Jersey to serve as Special County Counsel – General. The designated attorney will draft resolutions, ordinances, contracts, bid specifications, and legal notices, while also representing the county in assigned litigation in federal and state courts, administrative forums, class actions, and multidistrict litigation. Additional responsibilities include attending meetings of the board of county commissioners, assisting across multiple subject areas such as land use and labor relations, and conducting legal seminars for county personnel upon request. Applicants must deliver sealed proposals labeled with the proposal title, number, and applicant details to the Monmouth County Division of Purchasing by 10:30 a.m. on November 17, 2026. Prospective bidders must direct any RFP questions to Monmouth County Purchasing by noon on November 11, 2026. The contract term runs from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- County of Monmouth
- Solicitation No.
- P-13-2027
Scope of work
- Legal research and issuance of advisory opinions as needed
- Drafting of resolutions and ordinances
- Representing the County in assigned litigation in Federal and State Courts and administrative forums
- Reviewing and drafting contracts, bid specifications, and legal notices
- Attending meetings of the Board of County Commissioners, committees, agencies, boards, commissions, and departments upon request
- Conducting programs and seminars on specified legal issues for elected officials and County employees
- Notifying the County of changes in applicable law, state regulations, and court decisions impacting the County
- Handling other matters including elections, construction, purchasing, liability defense, taxation, labor, land use, real estate, leasing, and OPRA requests
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Overall education/experience/qualifications | Not specified |
| Understanding the scope of work | Not specified |
| Price reasonableness | Not specified |
| Experience of the firm and the individual(s) who will perform the tasks | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Licensed to practice law in the State of New Jersey
- Significant experience in representing New Jersey counties and/or other public entities in relevant areas of law
Documents to include with your response
- Statement of Ownership form
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form
- Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus
- Proof of current legal malpractice insurance
- Compensation Structure Acknowledgement Form
- Addenda Acknowledgment form
- Equal Employment Opportunity questionnaire
- References and resumes
Key dates
- Deadline for questions
- noon on Wednesday, November 11, 2026
- Proposals due
- 10:30 a.m., on Tuesday, November 17, 2026
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed envelope delivered by hand or mail
- Instructions
- Deliver one UNBOUND original and two copies to Monmouth County Division of Purchasing, Hall of Records, 3rd Floor, 1 East Main St., Freehold, New Jersey 07728. The outside of the envelope must be labeled with the proposal title, proposal number, and applicant name and address.
Contract details
- Term
- January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027
- Place of performance
- Freehold, New Jersey
- Insurance and bonding
- Commercial General Liability with combined single limit of $1,000,000.00 for bodily injury and property damage, maintaining completed operations insurance for at least two years post-contract; Business Automobile Liability including hired and non-owned vehicles; Workers' Compensation; and Professional Liability/Errors & Omissions Insurance.