Description
South Jersey Port Corporation (SJPC) is seeking a qualified maritime attorney (or law firm) to serve as its legal counsel on all Admiralty and maritime matters. The appointment is for an initial one‑year term with two optional one‑year renewals, totaling up to three years. The counsel must be a New Jersey‑licensed attorney and a Proctor in Admiralty, and if a firm is selected, all members must be NJ‑licensed attorneys. Responsibilities include advising the Board and CEO, representing SJPC in maritime litigation, attending board meetings, maintaining comprehensive case records, and obtaining board approval for any settlements or agreements. Bids are submitted electronically via Bid Express; paper submissions are not accepted. The solicitation closes on 11 Nov 2026, with a Q&A deadline of 3 Nov 2026.