2027 Request For Proposal

The Township of Barnegat is issuing a 2027 Request for Professional Services (RFP) to obtain statements of qualifications and proposals for a broad suite of professional services—including legal counsel, engineering, planning, auditing, GIS mapping, grant writing, animal control, and tax map maintenance—to be performed throughout the 2027 calendar year. Bidders must submit four copies of their proposal by the deadline, include a full set of required certifications and insurance documentation, and will be evaluated on a “lowest qualified bidder” basis. The contract awards must occur within 60 days after the bid opening, with possible extension to 90 days. • Covers 28 distinct service categories ranging from municipal attorney and labor counsel to GIS storm‑water mapping and grant writing. • Mandatory submission of non‑collusion affidavit, stockholder disclosure, BRC, AA evidence, insurance certificates, and other forms. • Bids are due Friday Nov 20 2026 11:00 a.m.; a pre‑bid walk‑through is scheduled for Monday Oct 5 2026 11:00 a.m. • Award timeline: contract must be awarded within 60 days (up to 90 days with extension) after bid opening. • No explicit overall budget caps except $125,000 for Township Attorney/Labor Counsel and $50,000 for Water/Sewer Attorney; all other services require “not‑to‑exceed” proposals.