Professional Services Contract Awards 2026 - Borough of Mountainside

The Borough of Mountainside has announced several professional service contract awards for the period spanning January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. These vital municipal contracts, with fixed fees totaling at least $625,000, were executed without competitive bidding, adhering to the provisions of N.J.S.A 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i) for specialized professional services. Key awards include M Disko Associates for Borough Engineer services, with costs not exceeding $250,000; Post Polak for Borough Attorney services, not to exceed $275,000; Suplee, Clooney & Company for Borough Auditor/Financial Advisor, capped at $75,000; and Apruzzese, McDermott, Mastro & Murphy PC as Labor Attorney, with costs not exceeding $25,000. Additionally, Blau & Blau was awarded the Reverse Tax Appeal Attorney contract, with compensation structured as 33 1/3% of money obtained, reducing to 25% if the amount exceeds $50,000. As this document pertains to contract awards rather than an active solicitation, it does not detail contractor qualifications, specific licenses like the NJ Public Works Contractor Registration, or requirements for mandatory pre-bid meetings or site visits. These awards signify the successful conclusion of a thorough selection process for expert legal, engineering, and financial services, which are fundamental to the efficient operation and governance of the Borough. The selection of these firms underscores the municipality's strategic efforts to secure high-caliber professional support for its administrative and operational needs throughout the designated fiscal year. Prospective vendors or interested parties should note that this notice does not contain submission instructions or deadlines, as the contracts have already been formally awarded. For complete transparency and public scrutiny, the full text of these contracts and the resolutions authorizing their award are readily available for public inspection at the office of the Borough Clerk. The contract duration for all listed professional services is clearly defined from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. Inquiries regarding public inspection of these documents can be directed to the Borough Clerk, Martha Lopez, RMC.