Township Attorney

The Township of Barnegat entered into a one‑year professional services agreement with Dasti & Associates, P.C. to serve as the municipal attorney, providing general legal counsel—including affordable‑housing matters—and any extraordinary legal services the Committee authorizes. The agreement is a fixed‑price contract of $125,000 paid in equal monthly installments, with an hourly rate of $140 for litigation work and reimbursement for out‑of‑pocket court fees. The vendor must submit affirmative‑action documentation before execution, and provide proof of business registration for any subcontractors before the final payment, with daily penalties for non‑compliance. Use‑tax collection on tangible property and strict adherence to New Jersey Treasurer regulations are also required. • Fixed‑price $125K for 12 months (≈ $10,416.67/mo) plus $140/hr litigation billing. • Mandatory affirmative‑action filing and subcontractor registration verification. • Sole‑source award; no renewal or competitive bidding provisions.