Engineering, PW, Facilities
Architectural Services 2027
RFQ #1-2027
Opening on October 14, 2026 11:30 am
Posted on September 18, 2026
PUBLIC NOTICE
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATION PROPOSALS
Notice is hereby given that the County of Union will receive proposals on October 14, 2026, at 11:30 A.M. EDT in the Union County Administration Building, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, County Counsel, 2nd Floor, Elizabeth, NJ, for the provision of:
ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
JANuary 1, 2027 THROUGH december 31, 2027
Proposals are being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4.
***Proposal delivery is strongly encouraged to be made by Commercial Mail Carrier (USPS, FEDEX, UPS) so that tracking information is confirmed. Hand deliveries to the Administration Building will be received but without a receipt of confirmation.
Requests for Qualifications may be obtained by:
- Downloading the proposal from the County’s Webpage (ucnj.org); directly by visiting (All questions regarding the RFQ must be made in writing directed to Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel. Questions may be faxed to (908) 289-4230 or emailed to csullivan@ucnj.org.
Proposals must be made in the form required by the specifications and One (1) Original Paper hard copy and One (1) PDF electronic copy on a Thumb Drive must be delivered to reach Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel, Union County Administration Building, 2nd Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207. Attention: “QUALIFICATIONS – ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals.
The County will not be responsible for late delivery by the U.S. Mail or any other carrier. If delivered by hand, you will not receive confirmation of delivery. No late proposals will be accepted. Proposals submitted by fax or e-mail will not be accepted.
All information requested in the Request for Qualifications must be provided or the proposal may be disqualified. Proposals MUST BE SEALED and labeled “QUALIFICATIONS – ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals and received no later than 11:30 A.M. on October 14, 2026. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive any informality in the RFQ process, and to accept any proposals which, in their judgment, are most advantageous, price and other factors considered, and will best serve the interest of Union County.
Engineering, PW, Facilities PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATION PROPOSALS Notice is hereby given that the County of Union will receive proposals on October 14, 2026, at 11:30 A.M. EDT in the Union County Administration Building, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, County Counsel, 2nd Floor, Elizabeth, NJ, for the provision of: CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES JANuary 1, 2027 THROUGH december 31, 2027 Proposals are being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4. ***Proposal delivery is strongly encouraged to be made by Commercial Mail Carrier (USPS, FEDEX, UPS) so that tracking information is confirmed. Hand deliveries to the Administration Building will be received but without a receipt of confirmation. Requests for Qualifications may be obtained by: All questions regarding the RFQ must be made in writing directed to Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel. Questions may be faxed to (908) 289-4230 or emailed to csullivan@ucnj.org. Proposals must be made in the form required by the specifications and One (1) Original Paper hard copy and One (1) PDF electronic copy on a Thumb Drive must be delivered to reach Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel, Union County Administration Building, 2nd Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207. Attention: “QUALIFICATIONS – CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals. The County will not be responsible for late delivery by the U.S. Mail or any other carrier. If delivered by hand, you will not receive confirmation of delivery. No late proposals will be accepted. Proposals submitted by fax or e-mail will not be accepted. All information requested in the Request for Qualifications must be provided or the proposal may be disqualified. Proposals MUST BE SEALED and labeled “QUALIFICATIONS – CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals and received no later than 11:30 A.M. on October 14, 2026. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive any informality in the RFQ process, and to accept any proposals which, in their judgment, are most advantageous, price and other factors considered, and will best serve the interest of Union County. Proposers are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27.
Engineering, PW, Facilities PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATION PROPOSALS Notice is hereby given that the County of Union will receive proposals on October 14, 2026, at 11:30 A.M. EDT in the Union County Administration Building, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, County Counsel, 2nd Floor, Elizabeth, NJ, for the provision of: GENERAL ENGINEERING SERVICES JANuary 1, 2027 THROUGH december 31, 2027 Proposals are being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4. ***Proposal delivery is strongly encouraged to be made by Commercial Mail Carrier (USPS, FEDEX, UPS) so that tracking information is confirmed. Hand deliveries to the Administration Building will be received but without a receipt of confirmation. Requests for Qualifications may be obtained by: directly by visiting (https://ucnj.org/vendor-opportunities/rfqs-and-rfps/current/) beginning on September 22, 2026; or Proposals may be mailed upon request by calling the Office of the County Counsel at (908) 527-4250. All questions regarding the RFQ must be made in writing directed to Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel. Questions may be faxed to (908) 289-4230 or emailed to csullivan@ucnj.org. Proposals must be made in the form required by the specifications and One (1) Original Paper hard copy and One (1) PDF electronic copy on a Thumb Drive must be delivered to reach Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel, Union County Administration Building, 2nd Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207. Attention: “QUALIFICATIONS – GENERAL ENGINEERING SERVICES 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals. The County will not be responsible for late delivery by the U.S. Mail or any other carrier. If delivered by hand, you will not receive confirmation of delivery. No late proposals will be accepted. Proposals submitted by fax or e-mail will not be accepted. All information requested in the Request for Qualifications must be provided or the proposal may be disqualified. Proposals MUST BE SEALED and labeled “QUALIFICATIONS – GENERAL ENGINEERING SERVICES 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals and received no later than 11:30 A.M. on October 14, 2026. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive any informality in the RFQ process, and to accept any proposals which, in their judgment, are most advantageous, price and other factors considered, and will best serve the interest of Union County. Proposers are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27.
Engineering, PW, Facilities PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATION PROPOSALS Notice is hereby given that the County of Union will receive proposals on October 14, 2026, at 11:30 A.M. EDT in the Union County Administration Building, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, County Counsel, 2nd Floor, Elizabeth, NJ, for the provision of: PLANNING SERVICES JANuary 1, 2027 THROUGH december 31, 2027 Proposals are being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4. ***Proposal delivery is strongly encouraged to be made by Commercial Mail Carrier (USPS, FEDEX, UPS) so that tracking information is confirmed. Hand deliveries to the Administration Building will be received but without a receipt of confirmation. Requests for Qualifications may be obtained by: All questions regarding the RFQ must be made in writing directed to Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel. Questions may be faxed to (908) 289-4230 or emailed to csullivan@ucnj.org. Proposals must be made in the form required by the specifications and One (1) Original Paper hard copy and One (1) PDF electronic copy on a Thumb Drive must be delivered to reach Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel, Union County Administration Building, 2nd Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207. Attention: “QUALIFICATIONS – PLANNING SERVICES 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals. The County will not be responsible for late delivery by the U.S. Mail or any other carrier. If delivered by hand, you will not receive confirmation of delivery. No late proposals will be accepted. Proposals submitted by fax or e-mail will not be accepted. All information requested in the Request for Qualifications must be provided or the proposal may be disqualified. Proposals MUST BE SEALED and labeled “QUALIFICATIONS – PLANNING SERVICES 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals and received no later than 11:30 A.M. on October 14, 2026. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive any informality in the RFQ process, and to accept any proposals which, in their judgment, are most advantageous, price and other factors considered, and will best serve the interest of Union County. Proposers are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27.
Economic Development
County Counsel / Finance PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the County of Union will receive proposals on LEGAL SERVICES – BOND COUNSEL SERVICES 2027 Proposals are being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4. ***Proposal delivery is strongly encouraged to be made by Commercial Mail Carrier (USPS, FEDEX, UPS) so that tracking information is confirmed. Hand deliveries to the Administration Building will be received but without a receipt of confirmation.*** Requests for Proposals may be obtained by: All questions regarding the RFP must be made in writing directed to Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel. Questions may be faxed to (908) 289-4230 or emailed to csullivan@ucnj.org. Proposals must be made in the form required by the specifications and One (1) Original Paper hard copy and One (1) PDF electronic copy on a Thumb Drive must be delivered to reach Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel, Union County Administration Building, 2nd Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207. Attention: “PROPOSALS – LEGAL SERVICES – BOND COUNSEL SERVICES 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals. The County will not be responsible for late delivery by the U.S. Mail or any other carrier. If delivered by hand, you will not receive confirmation of delivery. No late proposals will be accepted. Proposals submitted by fax or e-mail will not be accepted. All information requested in the Request for Proposals must be provided or the proposal may be disqualified. Proposals MUST BE SEALED and labeled “PROPOSALS – LEGAL SERVICES – BOND COUNSEL SERVICES 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals and received no later than 11:30 A.M. on October 22, 2026. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive any informality in the RFP process, and to accept any proposals which, in their judgment, are most advantageous, price and other factors considered, and will best serve the interest of Union County.
County Counsel / Admin Services PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the County of Union will receive proposals on LEGAL SERVICES – LABOR AND PERSONNEL COUNSEL SERVICES 2027 Proposals are being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4. Requests for Proposals and Qualifications may be obtained by: All questions regarding the RFP/Q must be made in writing directed to Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel. Questions may be faxed to (908) 289-4230 or emailed to csullivan@ucnj.org. Proposals and Qualifications must be made in the form required by the specifications and One (1) Original Paper hard copy and One (1) PDF electronic copy on a Thumb Drive must be delivered to reach Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel, Union County Administration Building, 2nd Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207. Attention: “PROPOSALS/QUALIFICATIONS – LABOR AND PERSONNEL COUNSEL SERVICES 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals. The County will not be responsible for late delivery by the U.S. Mail or any other carrier. If delivered by hand, you will not receive confirmation of delivery. No late proposals will be accepted. Proposals submitted by fax or e-mail will not be accepted. All information requested in the Request for Proposals and Qualifications must be provided or the proposal may be disqualified. Proposals MUST BE SEALED and labeled “PROPOSALS/QUALIFICATIONS – LABOR AND PERSONNEL COUNSEL SERVICES 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals and received no later than 11:30 A.M. on October 22, 2026. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive any informality in the RFP/Q process, and to accept any proposals which, in their judgment, are most advantageous, price and other factors considered, and will best serve the interest of Union County. Proposers are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27.
County Counsel PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the County of Union will receive proposals on LEGAL SERVICES – LITIGATION / DEFENSE and GENERAL COUNSEL SERVICES 2027 JANUARY 1, 2027 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2027 Proposals are being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4. Requests for Proposals / Qualifications may be obtained by: All questions regarding the RFP/Q must be made in writing directed to Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel. Questions may be faxed to (908) 289-4230 or emailed to csullivan@ucnj.org. Proposals and Qualifications must be made in the form required by the specifications and One (1) Original Paper hard copy and One (1) PDF electronic copy on a Thumb Drive must be delivered to reach Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel, Union County Administration Building, 2nd Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207. Attention: “PROPOSALS / QUALIFICATIONS – LITIGATION / DEFENSE and GENERAL COUNSEL SERVICES 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals. The County will not be responsible for late delivery by the U.S. Mail or any other carrier. If delivered by hand, you will not receive confirmation of delivery. No late proposals will be accepted. Proposals submitted by fax or e-mail will not be accepted. All information requested in the Request for Proposals / Qualifications must be provided or the proposal may be disqualified. Proposals MUST BE SEALED and labeled “PROPOSALS/QUALIFICATIONS – LITIGATION / DEFENSE and GENERAL COUNSEL SERVICES 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals and received no later than 11:30 A.M. on October 22, 2026. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive any informality in the RFQ process, and to accept any proposals which, in their judgment, are most advantageous, price and other factors considered, and will best serve the interest of Union County. Proposers are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27.
County Counsel PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the County of Union will receive proposals on LEGAL SERVICES – REDEVELOPMENT COUNSEL SERVICES 2027 Proposals are being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4. Requests for Qualifications may be obtained by: All questions regarding the RFQ must be made in writing directed to Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel. Questions may be faxed to (908) 289-4230 or emailed to csullivan@ucnj.org. Proposals and Qualifications must be made in the form required by the specifications and One (1) Original Paper hard copy and One (1) PDF electronic copy on a Thumb Drive must be delivered to reach Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel, Union County Administration Building, 2nd Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207. Attention: “QUALIFICATIONS – REDEVELOPMENT COUNSEL SERVICES 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals. The County will not be responsible for late delivery by the U.S. Mail or any other carrier. If delivered by hand, you will not receive confirmation of delivery. No late proposals will be accepted. Proposals submitted by fax or e-mail will not be accepted. All information requested in the Request for Proposals / Qualifications must be provided or the proposal may be disqualified. Proposals MUST BE SEALED and labeled “QUALIFICATIONS – REDEVELOPMENT COUNSEL SERVICES 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals and received no later than 11:30 A.M. on October 22, 2026. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive any informality in the RFQ process, and to accept any proposals which, in their judgment, are most advantageous, price and other factors considered, and will best serve the interest of Union County. Proposers are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27.
County Counsel / WDB PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the County of Union will receive proposals on LEGAL SERVICES – WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD CONFLICT COUNSEL Proposals are being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4. ***Proposal delivery is strongly encouraged to be made by Commercial Mail Carrier (USPS, FEDEX, UPS) so that tracking information is confirmed. Hand deliveries to the Administration Building will be received but without a receipt of confirmation. Requests for Proposals may be obtained by: All questions regarding the RFP must be made in writing directed to Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel. Questions may be faxed to (908) 289-4230 or emailed to csullivan@ucnj.org Proposals must be made in the form required by the specifications and One (1) Original Paper hard copy and One (1) PDF electronic copy on a Thumb Drive must be delivered to reach Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel, Union County Administration Building, 2nd Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207. Attention: “PROPOSALS – LEGAL SERVICES – WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD CONFLICT COUNSEL 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals. The County will not be responsible for late delivery by the U.S. Mail or any other carrier. If delivered by hand, you will not receive confirmation of delivery. No late proposals will be accepted. Proposals submitted by fax or e-mail will not be accepted. All information requested in the Request for Proposals must be provided or the proposal may be disqualified. Proposals MUST BE SEALED and labeled “PROPOSALS – LEGAL SERVICES – WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD CONFLICT COUNSEL 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals and received no later than 11:30 A.M. on October 22, 2026. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive any informality in the RFP process, and to accept any proposals which, in their judgment, are most advantageous, price and other factors considered, and will best serve the interest of Union County. Proposers are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27.
County Counse l/ Engineering PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the County of Union will receive proposals on LEGAL SERVICES – PLANNING BOARD ATTORNEY 2027 Proposals are being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4. Requests for Proposals may be obtained by: All questions regarding the RFP must be made in writing directed to Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel. Questions may be faxed to (908) 289-4230 or emailed to csullivan@ucnj.org. Proposals must be made in the form required by the specifications and One (1) Original Paper hard copy and One (1) PDF electronic copy on a Thumb Drive must be delivered to reach Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel, Union County Administration Building, 2nd Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207. Attention: “PROPOSALS – LEGAL SERVICES – PLANNING BOARD ATTORNEY 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals. The County will not be responsible for late delivery by the U.S. Mail or any other carrier. If delivered by hand, you will not receive confirmation of delivery. No late proposals will be accepted. Proposals submitted by fax or e-mail will not be accepted. All information requested in the Request for Proposals must be provided or the proposal may be disqualified. Proposals MUST BE SEALED and labeled “PROPOSALS – LEGAL SERVICES – PLANNING BOARD ATTORNEY 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals and received no later than 11:30 A.M. on October 22, 2026. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive any informality in the RFP process, and to accept any proposals which, in their judgment, are most advantageous, price and other factors considered, and will best serve the interest of Union County. Proposers are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27.
County Counsel PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the County of Union will receive proposals on LEGAL SERVICES – WORKERS COMPENSATION DEFENSE COUNSEL Proposals are being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4. ***Proposal delivery is strongly encouraged to be made by Commercial Mail Carrier (USPS, FEDEX, UPS) so that tracking information is confirmed. Hand deliveries to the Administration Building will be received but without a receipt of confirmation. Requests for Proposals may be obtained by: All questions regarding the RFP must be made in writing directed to Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel. Questions may be faxed to (908) 289-4230 or emailed to csullivan@ucnj.org Proposals must be made in the form required by the specifications and One (1) Original Paper hard copy and One (1) PDF electronic copy on a Thumb Drive must be delivered to reach Carolyn Sullivan Kropp, Esq., Office of the County Counsel, Union County Administration Building, 2nd Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207. Attention: “PROPOSALS – LEGAL SERVICES – WORKERS COMPENSATION DEFENSE COUNSEL 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals. The County will not be responsible for late delivery by the U.S. Mail or any other carrier. If delivered by hand, you will not receive confirmation of delivery. No late proposals will be accepted. Proposals submitted by fax or e-mail will not be accepted. All information requested in the Request for Proposals must be provided or the proposal may be disqualified. Proposals MUST BE SEALED and labeled “PROPOSALS – LEGAL SERVICES – WORKERS COMPENSATION DEFENSE COUNSEL 2027” prior to the stated time for the receipt of proposals and received no later than 11:30 A.M. on October 22, 2026. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive any informality in the RFP process, and to accept any proposals which, in their judgment, are most advantageous, price and other factors considered, and will best serve the interest of Union County. Proposers are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27.
Human Services COUNTY OF UNION NOTICE TO PROPOSERS REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE CONTRACT PROPOSALS SEALED PROPOSALS will be received by the Director of the Division of Purchasing of the County of Union, New Jersey or her designee on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., prevailing time in the 2nd Floor Conference Room, U.C. Administration Building, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey for: One Contractor to provide: Routing, Scheduling, Dispatch and Road Operations for: UNION COUNTY PARATRANSIT SYSTEM OPERATOR – RCCP#3-2026 Contract Period: February 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027 (11 months) With four (4) 12-month extensions for 2028, 2029, 2030, 2031 in accordance with the specifications and forms of the proposal packages furnished by the Division of Purchasing. The County reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to waive any and all informalities in the proposal. Proposals are being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A20.4. Requests for Competitive Contract Proposals may be obtained beginning October 1, 2026 by registering and downloading at https://ucnj.org/vendor-opportunities/rfqs-and-rfps/current/ or via U.S. Postal Service upon written request. Fax your request for a proposal package to (908) 558-2548. Proposers should be aware that the County of Union may issue addenda to the Request for Competitive Contract Proposal package. The County of Union is only obligated to inform proposers of such addenda if they have obtained a package directly from the County of Union or have downloaded it from the County of Union’s website. It is the sole responsibility of the proposer to be knowledgeable of any and all addenda related to this procurement. Therefore, interested parties should check the website throughout the Request for Quotations process for any updates. Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) in accordance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations 49 CFR, Part 26, shall have the maximum opportunity to participate in the performance of this process. NEW JERSEY TRANSIT has deemed there is no DBE goal for this project. All questions should be submitted in writing and directed to Michelle Hagopian, Assistant Director, at ucbids@ucnj.org. Written questions will be accepted through 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, Thursday, October 22, 2026. Proposers are reminded to review their submissions for any information they consider to be confidential. The County of Union will not be responsible for the release of any information contained in the proposal package which may be subject to confidentiality. Proposal delivery is strongly encouraged to be made via commercial mail carrier (USPS, FedEx, UPS) so that tracking information is confirmed. The County of Union is not responsible for late delivery by the U.S. Postal Service or any other carrier. If a proposal is delivered by hand, you will not receive confirmation of delivery. No late proposals will be accepted. Proposals submitted by fax or e-mail will not be accepted. All information requested in the Request for Competitive Contract Proposals must be provided or the vendor may be disqualified. All Proposals MUST BE SEALED AND CLEARLY LABELED, on the outside of the packaging, with the subject of the proposal, name and address of the proposer, phone & fax numbers, and date of the proposal opening. Each proposal must be delivered to reach the Division of Purchasing prior to the stated time of the opening of the proposals. Proposals will be made in the form required by the specifications and one (1) original paper hard copy, eight (8) paper copies, and one (1) electronic copy of the Word and Excel application forms with the required scanned attachments on Thumb Drive submitted in a sealed package to: County of Union – Purchasing Division – 2nd Floor 10 Elizabethtown Plaza Elizabeth, NJ 07207 Attention: RCCP# 3-2026 UNION COUNTY PARATRANSIT SYSTEM Proposers are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to accept any proposals which in their judgment will best serve the interest of Union County. Michelle Hagopian, Assistant Director, Division of Purchasing, County of Union
Each Public Notice is viewable without requiring input of information. Should you have general questions or comments or if the listed contact person is not available, please contact the Office of the County Counsel at 908-527-4250.
Construction Management Services 2027
RFQ #2-2027
Opening on October 14, 2026 11:30 am
Posted on September 22, 2026
Q and A 1 added
General Engineering Services 2027
RFQ #3-2027
Opening on October 14, 2026 11:30 am
Posted on September 22, 2026
Planning Services 2027
RFQ #4-2027
Opening on October 14, 2026 11:30 am
Posted on September 22, 2026
Home Investment Partnerships Program - American Rescue Plan
RFP #43-2026
Opening on October 15, 2026 2:30 pm
Posted on September 10, 2026
Q and A 1 added; Contains additional attachments
Bond Counsel
RFP #5-2027
Opening on October 22, 2026 11:30 am
Posted on September 30, 2026
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
October 22, 2026 at 11:30 A.M. EDT in the Union County Administration Building,
10 Elizabethtown Plaza, County Counsel, 2nd Floor, Elizabeth, NJ, for the provision of:
JANUARY 1, 2027 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2027
1. Downloading the proposal from the County’s Webpage (www.ucnj.org); directly by visiting (https://ucnj.org/vendor-opportunities/rfqs-and-rfps/current/) beginning on September 30, 2026; or
2. Proposals may be mailed upon request by calling the Office of the County Counsel at (908) 527-4250.
Proposers are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27.
Labor and Personnel Counsel
RFQ/P #6-2027
Opening on October 22, 2026 11:30 am
Posted on September 30, 2026
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS and QUALIFICATIONS
October 22, 2026 at 11:30 A.M. EDT in the Union County Administration Building,
10 Elizabethtown Plaza, County Counsel, 2nd Floor, Elizabeth, NJ, for the provision of:
JANUARY 1, 2027 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2027
***Proposal delivery is strongly encouraged to be made by Commercial Mail Carrier (USPS, FEDEX, UPS) so that tracking information is confirmed. Hand deliveries to the Administration Building will be received but without a receipt of confirmation.
1. Downloading the proposal from the County’s Webpage (www.ucnj.org);
directly by visiting (https://ucnj.org/vendor-opportunities/rfqs-and-rfps/current/) beginning on September 30, 2026; or
2. Proposals may be mailed upon request by calling the Office of the County Counsel at (908) 527-4250.
Litigation, Defense and General Counsel
RFQ/P #7-2027
Opening on October 22, 2026 11:30 am
Posted on September 30, 2026
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS and QUALIFICATIONS
October 22, 2026, at 11:30 A.M. EDT in the Union County Administration Building,
10 Elizabethtown Plaza, County Counsel, 2nd Floor, Elizabeth, NJ, for the provision of:
***Proposal delivery is strongly encouraged to be made by Commercial Mail Carrier (USPS, FEDEX, UPS) so that tracking information is confirmed. Hand deliveries to the Administration Building will be received but without a receipt of confirmation.
1. Downloading the proposal from the County’s Webpage (www.ucnj.org);
directly by visiting (https://ucnj.org/vendor-opportunities/rfqs-and-rfps/current/) beginning on September 30, 2026; or
2. Proposals may be mailed upon request by calling the Office of the County Counsel at (908) 527-4250.
Redevelopment Counsel
RFQ #8-2027
Opening on October 22, 2026 11:30 am
Posted on September 30, 2026
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
October 22, 2026 at 11:30 A.M. EDT in the Union County Administration Building,
10 Elizabethtown Plaza, County Counsel, 2nd Floor, Elizabeth, NJ, for the provision of:
JANUARY 1, 2027 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2027
***Proposal delivery is strongly encouraged to be made by Commercial Mail Carrier (USPS, FEDEX, UPS) so that tracking information is confirmed. Hand deliveries to the Administration Building will be received but without a receipt of confirmation.
1. Downloading the proposal from the County’s Webpage (www.ucnj.org);
directly by visiting (https://ucnj.org/vendor-opportunities/rfqs-and-rfps/current/) beginning on September 30, 2026; or
2. Proposals may be mailed upon request by calling the Office of the County Counsel at (908) 527-4250.
Workforce Development Board Conflict Counsel
RFQ #9-2027
Opening on October 22, 2026 11:30 am
Posted on September 30, 2026
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
October 22, 2026, at 11:30 A.M. EDT in the Union County Administration Building,
10 Elizabethtown Plaza, County Counsel Law, 2nd Floor, Elizabeth, NJ, for the provision of:
JANUARY 1, 2027 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2027
1. Downloading the proposal from the County’s Webpage (www.ucnj.org);
directly by visiting (https://ucnj.org/vendor-opportunities/rfqs-and-rfps/current/) beginning on September 30,2026; or
2. Proposals may be mailed upon request by calling the Office of the County Counsel at (908) 527-4250.
Planning Board Attorney
RFP #10-2027
Opening on October 22, 2026 11:30 am
Posted on September 30, 2026
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
October 22, 2026, at 11:30 A.M. EDT in the Union County Administration Building,
10 Elizabethtown Plaza, County Counsel Law, 2nd Floor, Elizabeth, NJ, for the provision of:
JANUARY 1, 2027 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2027
***Proposal delivery is strongly encouraged to be made by Commercial Mail Carrier (USPS, FEDEX, UPS) so that tracking information is confirmed. Hand deliveries to the Administration Building will be received but without a receipt of confirmation.
1. Downloading the proposal from the County’s Webpage (www.ucnj.org);
directly by visiting (https://ucnj.org/vendor-opportunities/rfqs-and-rfps/current/) beginning on September 30, 2026; or
2. Proposals may be mailed upon request by calling the Office of the County Counsel at (908) 527-4250.
Worker’s Compensation Defense Counsel
RFP #11-2027
Opening on October 22, 2026 11:30 am
Posted on September 30, 2026
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
October 22, 2026, at 11:30 A.M. EDT in the Union County Administration Building,
10 Elizabethtown Plaza, County Counsel, 2nd Floor, Elizabeth, NJ, for the provision of:
JANUARY 1, 2027 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2027
1. Downloading the proposal from the County’s Webpage (www.ucnj.org);
directly by visiting (https://ucnj.org/vendor-opportunities/rfqs-and-rfps/current/) beginning on September 30, 2026; or
2. Proposals may be mailed upon request by calling the Office of the County Counsel at (908) 527-4250.
Paratransit System Operator
RCCP #3-2026
Opening on November 5, 2026 11:00 am
Posted on October 1, 2026
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