About this opportunity
AI summaryThe City of Salem seeks proposals from licensed New Jersey attorneys or law firms to serve as Special In Rem Tax Foreclosure Counsel from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2027. The selected counsel will handle all services necessary for the in rem foreclosure of the city's tax title liens, consult on lien issues, and attend meetings with city officials. Eligible applicants must hold an active New Jersey law license in good standing and possess at least five years of experience with in rem foreclosures. Proposals must include a fee proposal, resume or qualification documentation, a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, signed Pay to Play forms, and the combined certification regarding Russia, Belarus, and Iran. Applicants must deliver three copies, with one marked original, to the Office of the City Clerk by 10:00 a.m. on November 19, 2026. The city will negotiate compensation with the most advantageous applicant based on responsiveness, experience, reputation, city knowledge, resource availability, and match to city needs.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- City of Salem
Scope of work
- Serve as Attorney for the City of Salem providing services related to the In Rem foreclosure process
- Attend meetings and interface with City officials as necessary
- Perform all services necessary for the In Rem foreclosure of the City tax title liens as directed
- Provide consultation related to any issues regarding the City liens
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| responsiveness to the Qualification Evaluation and other required submissions | Not specified |
| general experience and reputation in the field | Not specified |
| specific experience/knowledge of the City of Salem and the subject matter to be addressed under the Contract | Not specified |
| qualifications and experience which most closely match the needs of the City | Not specified |
| availability to accommodate meeting and interface requirements with the Board for meetings, phone conferences, attendance at events and office consultations | Not specified |
| office resources, including backup staff, which are deemed most adequate to service the needs of the City | Not specified |
| the applicant who is deemed otherwise most advantageous based on all information submitted or gathered in connection with the proposal | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Must be fully licensed and in good standing to practice law in the State of New Jersey
- Minimum of 5 years of experience with In Rem foreclosures
Documents to include with your response
- Resume or other documentation outlining qualifications and experience in the field
- Fee proposal
- State of New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
- Signed Pay to Play forms
- COMBINED CERTIFICATION: PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES IN RUSSIA AND BELARUS & INVESTMENT ACTIVITIES IN IRAN form
Key dates
- Proposals due and publicly opened
- 10:00 a.m. on November 19, 2026
- Term of service
- January1 st , 2027 to December 31 st , 2027
How to submit
- Method
- Hard copy
- Instructions
- Submit three copies with one clearly marked Original to the Office of the City Clerk at 125 West Broadway Street, Salem, New Jersey 08079
Contract details
- Term
- January 1st, 2027 to December 31st, 2027; service shall be at the pleasure of the City Council and may be terminated at any time