RFP - Harbor Commission Attorney 2018

The Borough of Atlantic Highlands is seeking a qualified municipal‑law attorney to serve as the Harbor Commission Attorney for the 2018 calendar year. The role includes routine legal services (attendance at commission meetings, drafting resolutions and ordinances, reviewing contracts) covered by a $12,000 fixed salary, and optional extraordinary services billed at $125 per hour for attorneys and $50 per hour for paralegals. The contractor must meet strict eligibility criteria (minimum 8 years municipal law experience, clean ethics record, local office) and provide extensive documentation, including hard‑copy proposal, CDs, insurance certificates, and affirmative‑action/ADA certifications. The deadline for submission is December 7 2017, with contract award expected early January 2018. • Fixed annual salary: $12,000 for routine Harbor Commission legal work. • Hourly rates for additional services: $125 (attorney) / $50 (paralegal) plus expenses. • Required deliverables: hard‑copy proposal, nine CDs, resumes, ethics certification, insurance coverage, and various state‑required certifications. • Contract term: calendar year 2018 (one‑year appointment) with a 30‑day termination‑for‑convenience clause.