It is the Authoritys intention to solicit Proposals from Firms that have expertise in the provision of the open-ended professional services as detailed below. Respondents must concisely demonstrate that they have the continuing capabilities to perform the specified professional services. All services shall be coordinated by the Executive Director and be billed at an hourly rate in accordance with the submitted 2023 Rate Schedules, on an as-needed basis. The Authority holds the right to negotiate any hourly rates and/or negotiate lump sum prices for any Professional Service provided. Additionally, this RFQ shall qualify each of the appointed Firms to provide Professional Services related to all phases of special projects (ie: Capital Improvements, studies, Personnel Manual, etc.), as specifically authorized by the EWMUA Board on a project-by-project basis. The Authority reserves the right to solicit proposals and negotiate fees separate from this RFQ based upon a defined level of effort for each special project, as required. The selected General Counsel shall be qualified to provide general legal services under the direction of an Attorney licensed to practice in the State of New Jersey, to be named the Authority Attorney. Responsibilities shall generally include (but in no way be limited to): attendance at the Authoritys monthly public meetings, monthly reports, preparation and/or review of contracts, legal review of Developers Applications, preparation and/or review of Developer Agreements, easements, drafting of resolutions of approval for reviews, emergency response services and miscellaneous legal consultation services, as directed by the Authority. Generally speaking, the selected General Counsel shall provide professional services for the day-to-day legal needs of the Authority. Each Respondent shall be required to provide a fully executed RFQ Checklist, acknowledging submission of each of the indicated items. The checklist should identify the Firm, Main Point of Contact and be completed with blue or black ink. An original signature is required. The effective term of the Professional Service Agreement shall be on or about February 17, 2023 thru February 15, 2024. The Authority reserves the right to conduct personal interviews prior to selection. The Authority shall not be liable for any costs incurred by the Respondent in connection with such interviews (ie: travel, accommodations, etc.). The Authority further reserves the right to seek new Proposals when such a procedure is in its best interest. The Authority shall not be obligated to provide reasons for the rejection of any Proposal. Any questions and/or comments should be directed to the following Authority personnel: Richard Brand, Executive Director East Windsor Municipal Utilities Authority 7 Wiltshire Drive East Windsor, New Jersey 08520 Tel: (609) 443-6000 Email: Rbrand@Eastwindsormua.com (preferable) The method of contractor selection has not been determined at this time.
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