What the buyer needs
AI summaryApplicants must possess general litigation experience and specialized knowledge of local redevelopment and housing law. Expertise in land use, tax abatements, public contracts, and zoning is required.
Scope of work
- Provide legal representation in municipal redevelopment matters under the Office of Corporation Counsel.
- Draft Redevelopment Agreements and Financial Agreements within two weeks of assignment.
- Provide general litigation and specialized legal services in redevelopment and housing law.
- Advise on land use law, tax abatements, local public contracts, and zoning.
- Submit detailed invoices with breakdown of hours and task descriptions.
- Participate in monthly performance review meetings with the Planning Department.
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Experience and reputation in the field | Not specified |
| Availability to accommodate the required meetings of the City | Not specified |
| Litigation experience and results in the areas of law described in Section 2 of this RFQ | Not specified |
| Pertinent government experience | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- General litigation experience and specialized knowledge of Local Redevelopment and Housing Law.
- Knowledge and experience with land use law, tax abatements, local public contracts, and zoning.
- Proven record of litigation experience in Federal court.
- Possess a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate.
- Compliance with N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 (Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity).
Documents to include with your response
- Business Entity Disclosure Certification
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Disclosure of Ownership Form
- Insurance Requirement Acknowledgement Form
- Mandatory Equal Employment Opportunity Notice Acknowledgement
- Professional Service Entity Information Form
- Qualification Affidavit
- Submission Form
- Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus
- Letter of Qualification
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via Procurement Portal
- Instructions
- Submit electronically via https://vendors.planetbids.com/portal/85923/bo/bo-detail/147221; only electronic proposals shall be accepted.
