MUNICIPAL BUDGET CONSULTANT (for City Council)

The City of East Orange is seeking a qualified firm or individual to provide municipal budget consulting services to the City Council. The successful respondent will be required to review, analyze, and provide guidance on the Calendar Year 2026 Municipal Budget. The scope of services includes meeting with City Council members, attending budget hearings, and providing reports as requested. The contract term is one year. The City is looking for a respondent with at least 5 years of experience with New Jersey Calendar Year Municipal Budget, knowledge of New Jersey Budget Laws and Regulations, and a Registered Municipal Accountant or Certified Municipal Financial Officer in the State of New Jersey. • The respondent must have experience with public accountability and projects of similar size and scope. • The respondent must demonstrate financial capacity and provide references. • The respondent must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including affirmative action and equal employment opportunity requirements. • The respondent must provide a statement of qualifications, including an executive summary, letter of qualification, and statement of qualifications. • The respondent must provide required forms, including a non-collusion affidavit, owner disclosure certification, and insurance requirement acknowledgement.