About this opportunity
AI summaryMonmouth County seeks proposals from law firms licensed in New Jersey to provide bond counsel services from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027. The selected counsel will deliver legal research, render formal bond counsel opinions, draft and review bond authorization and issuance documents, and assist with governmental approvals, offering documents, and rating agency presentations. Applicants must deliver sealed proposals labeled with the proposal title, number, and applicant details to the Monmouth County Division of Purchasing in Freehold, New Jersey, by 10:30 a.m. on November 17, 2026. Submissions must include mandatory documents, such as a Non-Collusion Affidavit and a Statement of Ownership, while prospective bidders must email any questions by noon on November 11, 2026.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- COUNTY OF MONMOUTH
- Solicitation No.
- P-10-2027
Scope of work
- Provide legal research and advisory opinions as needed
- Render bond counsel opinions regarding bond validity, payment source, security, and federal tax excludability
- Prepare, review, and coordinate documents for bond authorization, issuance, sale, delivery, and enabling legislation
- Assist in obtaining necessary approvals, permissions, and exemptions from other governmental authorities
- Review legal issues relating to the structure of the bond issue
- Prepare election proceedings or pursue validation proceedings
- Review or prepare offering document sections regarding bonds, financing documents, opinions, and tax exemption
- Represent the County in any litigation resulting from the issuance or intent to issue bonds
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 / price reasonableness | Not specified |
| Overall education/experience/qualifications | Not specified |
| Understanding the scope of work | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Law firms licensed to practice law in the State of New Jersey
- Significant experience representing New Jersey counties and/or other public entities in bond matters
Documents to include with your response
- Statement of Ownership form
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Proposal Checklist
- Fee Proposal schedule
- Compensation Structure Acknowledgement Form
- Signature Page
- References
- Resume(s)
- Proof of current legal malpractice insurance
- New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
Key dates
- Deadline for questions
- by noon on Wednesday, November 11, 2026
- Proposals due
- 10:30 a.m., on Tuesday, November 17, 2026
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed hard copy delivered in person or by mail
- Instructions
- Monmouth County Division of Purchasing, Hall of Records, 3rd Floor, 1 East Main St., Freehold, New Jersey 07728. Submit one (1) (UNBOUND) original and two (2) copies in a sealed envelope labeled with the proposal title, number, applicant name, and address.
Contract details
- Term
- January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027
- Insurance and bonding
- Proof of current legal malpractice insurance required with proposal. Upon award: Workers Compensation (statutory) and Employer's Liability ($500,000); Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit); Comprehensive Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit); Professional Liability/Errors & Omissions Insurance.