Rfp Rfp Planning & Zoning Board Attorney Posted: 08/03/2026 04:00 Pm Due By: 08/14/2026 10:00 Am

The City of Bayonne, New Jersey, is seeking proposals from qualified Professional Services providers for a Planning & Zoning Board Attorney. This critical role involves representing the City in all planning and zoning related matters, encompassing hearings before both the Planning and Zoning Boards. The comprehensive scope of work requires the appointed attorney to possess deep knowledge of general New Jersey land use law, specifically including the New Jersey Municipal Land Use Law and the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law. The successful firm will be responsible for providing ongoing legal counsel, representation in appeals or counterclaims, preparing all necessary legal documents and resolutions, and coordinating effectively with appropriate City personnel to ensure seamless legal support for land use initiatives. This engagement is conducted under the "fair and open" contracting process outlined in the New Jersey Local Unit Pay to Play Law (N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et seq.). Prospective contractors must demonstrate substantial qualifications to be considered for this professional services contract. A fundamental requirement is that the responding firm or entity must be licensed to practice law in the State of New Jersey for a minimum of ten (10) years immediately preceding the proposed appointment, with eligibility to appear before all state and federal courts in New Jersey, as well as New Jersey administrative agencies and the Office of Administrative Law. Furthermore, applicants must possess at least ten (10) years of experience in representing municipal governments specifically in land use issues, showcasing a proven track record. Bidders are also expected to have sufficient support staff capable of providing all required legal services, including tracking cases, conducting research, managing litigation, and preparing legal documentation. Firms must list their past and present municipal or government authorities represented to validate their experience. There are no mandatory pre-bid meetings or site visits specified for this solicitation. Submitting parties are required to obtain the official solicitation package from the City of Bayonne website or the Office of the City Clerk. Responses must include one (1) originally signed copy, bound or stapled, accompanied by one (1) electronic copy of the entire submission on a USB drive or disc. The submission packet must comprise standardized forms such as the "Proposal, Qualifications and Costs Submission Form," a signed and notarized "Non-Collusion Affidavit," a signed Disclosure of Ownership form, a copy of the vendor's current "New Jersey Business Registration Certificate," a New Jersey Certificate of Good Standing, and a signed W-9 form, along with any other pertinent documents illustrating vendor qualifications. All responses must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the vendor's name and the nature of the professional services contract. The exact deadline for submission is August 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., local prevailing time, with proposals to be sent to the City of Bayonne, Attn: Office of the City Clerk, 630 Avenue C, Room 2, Bayonne, New Jersey 07002. There is no specific bid security or performance bond requirement mentioned in this notice. Proposals will be publicly opened on August 14, 2026, at 11:30 a.m.