About this opportunity
AI summaryThe Borough of Medford Lakes seeks proposals to appoint one or more licensed architects for the position of 2027 Municipal Architect to provide general architectural services. The selected architect will perform basic architectural services as requested by the Mayor and Council, including preliminary planning, project design, cost estimates for offices and buildings, preparation of bidding information and construction contracts, and construction management. The contract term is for one year, with onsite performance. Eligible candidates must be licensed architects in good standing with at least five years of experience in all aspects of municipal architecture. The Borough evaluates proposals based on qualifications, merit, cost competitiveness, references, technical criteria, management criteria, and cost criteria. Applicants must submit proposals by November 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM to Mark J. McIntosh, RMC, Borough of Medford Lakes, 1 Cabin Circle, Medford Lakes, NJ 08055.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- Borough of Medford Lakes
Scope of work
- Provide basic architectural services as requested by the Mayor and Council
- Perform duties prescribed by general law and ordinance
- Provide preliminary planning, project design, and cost estimates for construction, replacement, or repair of offices and buildings
- Prepare bidding information, bidding forms, construction contracts, and provide construction management services
- Coordinate with Borough professionals and officials regarding development and implementation of proposed projects
- Attend meetings with the Borough upon request
- Assist in handling project-related matters requiring architectural expertise
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Technical Criteria (understanding of scope, Borough knowledge, completeness/responsiveness, documented past performance) | Not specified |
| Management Criteria (scheduling, reliability, municipal/State experience, meeting availability, resource utilization, women/disadvantaged/small/minority business initiatives, cultural sensitivity) | Not specified |
| Cost Criteria (relative cost comparison, full explanation/documentation of fees, quality control programs, financial resources) | Not specified |
| Documented evidence fulfilling Minimum Qualifications and Minimum Requirements for Vendor Responses | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Multi-disciplined with at least five (5) years experience in all aspects of architectural services
- Licensed in the State of New Jersey for at least five (5) years
- At least five (5) years prior experience as an Architect
- Sufficient staff to satisfy the scope of services
- Experience in design, construction management, and preparation of plans and specifications including project estimates
- In good standing within the Professional Architect Community
- Has not represented within the past three years and does not represent adverse parties or claims against the Borough
Documents to include with your response
- Full name, business address, and key contact person
- Description of business organization, ownership, and organizational structure
- Number of years in business under present name and current management
- List of personnel providing services, including education and licenses held
- Number of years each individual has provided services to NJ municipal entities
- Description of additional services to be provided
- Copy or description of professional liability insurance policy for calendar year 2026
- Statement and listing of professional service fees
- Compliance statements for NJ Law Against Discrimination, Affirmative Action, Prevailing Wage, ADA, and Pay to Play
- At least three (3) client references from the past five years, including at least one municipal client
Key dates
- Date Issued
- October 29, 2026
- Return Date & Time
- November 19, 2026 @ 2:00pm
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed hard copy
- Instructions
- Submit six (6) copies of the proposal to Mark J. McIntosh, RMC, Borough of Medford Lakes, 1 Cabin Circle, Medford Lakes, NJ 08055.
Contract details
- Term
- one (1) year
- Place of performance
- Borough of Medford Lakes, NJ
- Insurance and bonding
- A copy or description of the professional liability insurance policy maintained by the architect or architects firm for the calendar year 2026 is required.
- Funding
- 2027 Temporary and/or Final Budgets