Description
The Laurel Springs School Board of Education is seeking separate professional‑service contracts for five distinct categories—architectural, auditing, engineering, school physician, and legal (solicitor/labor negotiation) services—for the 2026‑2027 fiscal year, with the possibility of up to two one‑year renewals. Each category requires NJ‑licensed professionals, specific experience thresholds, and detailed fee proposals (hourly rates, percentages, or fixed fees). The District emphasizes compliance with state statutes, insurance requirements, and numerous disclosure certifications, and retains the right to terminate or renew contracts at its discretion.
• Architectural services: full‑service design, permitting, construction administration, grant support; requires NJ licensure, ≥2 senior architects (≥5 yr experience), and supporting civil‑engineer staff.
• Auditing services: annual audit and CAFR preparation; requires ≥2 CPAs (≥7 yr) and school‑board accountants (≥5 yr), with a not‑to‑exceed audit fee and hourly rates for staff.
• Engineering services: site‑engineering for stadium/outdoor upgrades; requires ≥3 licensed professionals with ≥10 yr district experience and references from ≥5 school districts.
• School physician services: on‑site physicals, game‑day coverage, consults, drug‑screening program; requires NJ medical license and a fee schedule (annual plus per‑service fees).
• Legal services: general counsel, special‑education counsel, and labor/personnel counsel; requires ≥5 yr district experience, NJ bar licensure (≥10 yr if applicable), and an hourly fee schedule.