Professional and Specialized Services for Calendar Year 2026

The Borough of Englishtown, Monmouth County, New Jersey, is actively soliciting Qualification Statements and Proposals (RFQ/RFP) from various professional service providers for the upcoming 2026 calendar year. This comprehensive procurement effort encompasses a wide array of specialized services critical to municipal operations, including the roles of Borough Attorney (Legal Counsel), Bond Attorney, Special Counsel for Conflicts, Redevelopment Attorney, Borough Auditor, Borough Engineer (and a separate Engineer Pool), Insurance Risk Management Consultant, Municipal Prosecutor, Public Defender, Zoning/Planning Combined Board Attorney, and Zoning/Planning Combined Board Engineer. The scope of work for these positions involves providing expert advice, representation, oversight, and operational support across legal, financial, engineering, and administrative functions, ensuring the efficient and compliant operation of the Borough throughout the specified calendar year. Prospective contractors must demonstrate robust professional, financial, and administrative capabilities pertinent to the specific services they are proposing. Key qualification criteria include strict adherence to all applicable affirmative action requirements, full disclosure of any judgments, pending claims, or litigations (especially professional malpractice) within the last five years, and confirmation of any bankruptcy or reorganization proceedings in the past decade. Mandatory requirements also extend to possessing appropriate federal and state licenses necessary for performing the advertised activities, and furnishing proof of Errors and Omissions/Malpractice Insurance with a minimum coverage limit of $1,000,000, explicitly including a hold harmless clause benefiting the Borough. Detailed resumes of key personnel and a clear narrative articulating the respondent's understanding of the Borough’s specific needs and objectives are also essential components of a compliant submission. No mandatory pre-bid meetings or site visits are indicated for these professional services. All Qualification Statements and Proposals must be meticulously prepared, including two (2) original copies and one (1) flash drive containing the submission materials. Proposals must be securely packaged, clearly labeled with "RFQ/RFP 2026 – [Specific Position Title]", and explicitly marked with instructions not to be opened before the deadline. Submissions must be hand-delivered or mailed to the Office of the Municipal Clerk, located at 15 Main Street, Englishtown, NJ 07726. The definitive submission deadline is December 16, 2025, at 11:00 AM. There are no explicit requirements for bid security or performance bonds for these professional services. All communications and inquiries regarding this RFQ/RFP process should be directed in writing to Crystal Calise, Acting Municipal Clerk, via email at clerk@englishtownnj.com. UNLOCK Updates and addenda will be posted on www.englishtownnj.com, and it is the respondent's responsibility to monitor the website.