This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

GENERAL CRITERIA: Township of Cherry Hill desires to appoint a firm or firms to provide architectural and engineering services for Township-owned historic properties listed on the NJ and National Register of Historic Places if and when needed throughout the year. Awarded vendors will work on interior and exterior preservation projects at the Croft Farm and Barclay Farmstead properties. Work will be limited only to buildings listed on the National Registry of Historic Properties at each site. There is no guarantee of the number of projects to be undertaken in 2025 or the order in which they are to be completed. One (1) or more firms may be awarded for a pool of Historic Property Architects/Engineers for a one (1) year period. The Township, at its sole discretion, shall choose an Architect/Engineer from the final determined pool of Consultants based on the Township's opinion of the discipline needed. Applicants should demonstrate knowledge and experience in writing within this response with respect to all aspects of engineering and architectural services in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties (rev. 1995). 1. Must be certified to provide architectural and engineering services in the State of New Jersey and in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties (rev. 1995). 2. The qualified consultant/team must have qualifications that exceed minimum professional qualification standards for historic architect/engineer as established by the National Park Service in 36 CFR Part 61 and provide a client reference list for at least three (3) projects on National Register sites in New Jersey within the past ten (10) years. Two (2) additional references must be included for whom similar services have been provided. Respondents may include additional client references for historic site work outside of New Jersey if the applicant deems it necessary. See enclosed reference sheet. 3. Must be experienced in obtaining permits and approvals from various state, county and local regulatory agencies with specific experience related to submission of Project Authorization Application to the NJ State Historic Preservation Office (NJSHPO) 4. Must maintain a staff of New Jersey licensed or certified professionals sufficient to service Township of Cherry Hill including, but not limited to: civil engineers, land surveyors, planners, environmental scientists and construction administrators. 5. Please list office location. Must be able to respond to emergent matters promptly. 6. Must be experienced in the preparation and reporting of grant applications. 7. Must have project managers with at least five (5) years of experience with historic properties on municipal sites and demonstrated experience of at least five (5) projects on National Register properties. 8. Schedule of hourly rates for engineer(s) and support staff. The fee proposal at the end of this section must be completed as outlined or the proposal will be rejected. 9. Engineer/Architect will be required to be onsite during projects as necessary to properly oversee work. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-23c, addenda may be issued for bids. It is the sole responsibility of the person submitting the proposal to be knowledgeable of all addenda related to this procurement. If bidders obtain a Bid/RFP/RFQ from the website, it is the responsibility of the person submitting the bid to check prior to the bid opening to see if addenda have been issued. Copies of addenda or notice of same will be made available on the Township website and will be emailed or sent via U.S. Mail to all registered bidders. The Township of Cherry Hill is soliciting proposals through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 et seq., P.L. 2004, Chapter 19 (as amended by P.L. 2005, c.51), Resolutions 2006-1-51 and 2008-10-10. Cherry Hill Township is soliciting Requests for Proposal/Statements of Qualification for applicants for professional service position appointments. Any vendor which enters into a contract or agreement with the Township of Cherry Hill or any department or agency thereof shall file a disclosure statement identifying all reportable contributions required to be reported pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44A-1, et seq. Responses to the above referenced professional positions should address the general criteria and mandatory minimum criteria for the position sought. All responses will be reviewed as required by law. One or more firms may be awarded for a pool of Historic Property Architects/Engineers for the calendar year 2025, price and other factors considered. The Township, at its sole discretion, shall choose an Architect/Engineer from the final determined pool of Consultants based on the Township's opinion of the discipline needed. As used herein, the term Township shall include all Cherry Hill Township Departments and affiliated agencies including, but not limited to, the Cherry Hill Public Library. The Township Council reserves the right to reject all proposals pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-13.2 (Rejection of Bids) and to waive such minor informalities as may be permitted by law. Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27-1 et seq., Affirmative Action requirements. Bidders are also required to comply with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 et seq., P.L. 2004, Chapter 19 (as amended by P.L. 2005, c.51). Respondents are expected to examine the RFP/RFQ with care and observe all its requirements. All questions about the meaning or intent of this RFP/RFQ, all interpretations and clarifications considered necessary by the owner's representative in response to such comments and questions will be issued by Addenda. Only comments and questions responded to by formal written Addenda will be binding. Questions may be emailed to aplodizyn@chnj.gov . In order to be given consideration, written requests for interpretation must be received no later than September 9, 2024, 10:00 a.m. It is recommended that any questions emailed should be followed up with a telephone call to 856-488-7848 or 856-432-8732 to ensure receipt of all questions. Oral interpretations, statements or clarifications are without legal effect. It is the sole responsibility of the person submitting the bid to be knowledgeable of all addenda related to this procurement. If bidders obtain a Bid/RFP/RFQ from the website, it is the responsibility of the person submitting the bid to check prior to the bid opening to see if addenda have been issued. Copies of addenda or notice of same will be made available on the Township website and will be e-mailed to all registered bidders. Bidders who have registered with the Purchasing Department will automatically receive copies of addenda. The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time.