What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe City of Union City seeks proposals from law firms to provide general counsel and litigation services to the Library Board of the City of Union City from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027. The selected firm will conduct legal research, issue advisory opinions, represent the board in federal and state courts and administrative forums, review monthly library directors' reports, attend meetings, and notify the board of relevant legal and regulatory changes. Eligible firms must be licensed to practice law in New Jersey and possess significant experience representing New Jersey municipal library boards. Proposals will be evaluated on criteria including experience, references, and cost competitiveness, and applicants must provide hourly rates, a not-to-exceed cost, and required state disclosures. Interested firms must submit one original and two copies of their sealed proposal on white 8.5 by 11-inch paper to 3715 Palisade Avenue no later than 1:00 pm on November 20, 2026.
Scope of work
- Legal research and advisory opinions as needed
- Represent the Library Board in federal and state courts and administrative forums
- Review, analyze and advise the Board on legal matters before it
- Review monthly library directors' report and advise on legal issues
- Attend Board meetings and additional meetings as requested
- Notify Board of changes in library laws, regulations, and court decisions
- Provide monthly billing statements with contract amount and unbilled funds
- Any other matters as directed by the Board
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 |
Minimum qualifications
- Licensed to practice law in the State of New Jersey
- Significant experience representing New Jersey municipal library boards
- Knowledge of law and administrative code regulations governing libraries
- At least four (4) references, three (3) with knowledge of New Jersey library board representation
- Comply with Affirmative Action requirements (N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq.)
Documents to include with your response
- Statement of ownership disclosure (c.52:25-24.2)
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form
- Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus
- Business Registration Certificate
- Statement Concerning Ethics Complaints
- Cost details including hourly rates, time estimates, expenses, and not-to-exceed amount
- Firm information, assigned attorneys, education, experience, and areas of practice
- At least four (4) references
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed proposals
- Instructions
- Submit one original and two (2) copies on white 8 1/2" x 11" paper to Hilda I. Rosario, City Clerk, City of Union City, 3715 Palisade Avenue, Union City, New Jersey 07087.