Clifton School District Civicplus #26-125

City of Clifton, NJ Solicitation for Redevelopment Counsel Services (2026)

This opportunity involves the City of Clifton, NJ seeking qualified law firms to provide Redevelopment Counsel Services for a one-year contract. - Government Buyer: - City of Clifton, Department of Purchasing (Purchasing Agent: Amisha Jariwala) - Scope of Services: - Legal representation and counsel for all redevelopment matters - Negotiation and preparation of developer agreements - Drafting redevelopment plans, ordinances, resolutions, and pleadings - Representation in litigation related to redevelopment - Negotiation of payments in lieu of taxes (PILOTs) - Attendance at City Council meetings and provision of legal opinions - Requirements: - Law firm must be licensed to practice in New Jersey - Minimum five years of experience as redevelopment counsel for municipalities or public entities - Demonstrated expertise in New Jersey redevelopment law - Maintain a bona fide office in New Jersey, preferably near Clifton - Sufficient staff and professional liability insurance - Compliance with affirmative action and conflict of interest requirements - Compensation: - Hourly-based, with monthly invoicing - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is a professional legal services solicitation - Place of Performance: - City of Clifton, 900 Clifton Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07013 (City of Clifton Purchasing Department) - Period of Performance: - One-year contract from date of award

Description

The City of Clifton is soliciting proposals from law firms licensed to practice in New Jersey to provide Redevelopment Counsel Services for a one-year contract starting in 2026. The selected firm will represent the City in all redevelopment matters, including negotiation and preparation of developer agreements, drafting ordinances, and representing the City in litigation related to redevelopment. Firms must have significant experience with New Jersey municipalities, knowledge of Municipal Land Use Law, zoning, and planning, and comply with affirmative action requirements. Proposals are due by April 30, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.

View original listing