THE TOWNSHIP OF HILLSBOROUGH MUNICIPAL UTILITIES AUTHORITY REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS & PROPOSAL BOND COUNSEL The Township of Hillsborough Municipal Utilities Authority (TTHMUA) is issuing a Request for Qualifications & Proposal (RFQ/RFP) from Bond Counsels licensed to practice in the State of New Jersey who specialize in Authorities to provide professional legal services, to give legal advice and opinions, to be available as needed for consultation with the TTHMUA and staff and, in general, to handle special legal work pertaining to the interest of the TTHMUA, as necessary, from March 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026. Proposals are being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et seq. The required submittal forms to be submitted with the RPF’s can be found on our website at
www.hillsboroughmua-nj.org. Proposals will be evaluated by TTHMUA based on the most advantageous, price and other factors considered. The evaluation will consider: a. Experience and reputation in the field and licensed to practice law in the State of New Jersey for a minimum of twenty (20) years. b. Experience in the field of Authority law representing Authorities in preparing bond ordinances, note issues and bond issues for a minimum of twenty (20) years. c. Knowledge of the TTHMUA and the subject matter to be addressed under the contract. d. Availability to accommodate any required meetings of the Authority. e. References in general; please note any experience in Authority law. f. Compensation proposal. g. Other factors if demonstrated to be in the best interest of the TTHMUA. Selection of Bond Counsel shall be based solely on the TTHMUA’s evaluation of the submitted material, and the criteria set forth in this document. The TTHMUA reserves the right to negotiate the terms and conditions of the contract with the successful firm or firms to obtain the most advantageous outcome for the TTHMUA. Proposals (two copies) must be submitted in writing in a sealed envelope bearing the name and address of the Proposer and the words “Bond Counsel.” Proposals shall be sent to the Qualified Purchasing Agent of the Township of Hillsborough Municipal Utilities Authority, located at 301 Towne Centre Drive, Hillsborough NJ 08844 no later than Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at 2:00 P.M., at which time all proposals shall be opened. 1x, HB, 12/27/24, Fee:$38.35 Affidavit Fee:$15.00