REQUEST FOR SEALED PROPOSALS FOR
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES UNDER A FAIR
AND OPEN PROCESS
2026
Borough of Bellmawr
21 E. Browning Road, Bellmawr, NJ 08031
Proposal acceptance & opening date:
December 10, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
INFORMATION TO VENDORS
Sealed qualifications shall be received in accordance with Public Advertisement as required by
law, a copy of said notice being attached hereto and part of these specifications. This Request for
Proposals is being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with the requirements
of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et seq.
Submission of Proposals
All proposals must be submitted in sealed envelopes bearing on the outside the name of the
proposer, his/her address and the name of the professional service for which the proposal is
submitted. Bids must be addressed to the attention of:
Mayor and Council Borough of Bellmawr
C/O Borough Clerk
21 E. Browning Road, Bellmawr, NJ 08031
All Proposals shall include the following fully completed and executed documents:
Non-Collusion Affidavit, Affirmative Action Compliance Statement, Americans with Disabilities
Acknowledgment Statement, Stockholder Disclosure Certification, Prohibited Russia-Belarus
Activities & Iran Investment Activities Form, W-9 and valid New Jersey Business Registration.
Proposals Forwarded through the Mail
Must contain the following statement on the envelope:
“THIS IS A SEALED PROPOSAL AND SHALL NOT BE OPENED AND READ UNTIL
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2025 AT 10:00AM BY THE BOROUGH CLERK OR
HIS/HER DESIGNEE”
Note: The Borough of Bellmawr shall assume no responsibility for proposals not delivered in
person to the Borough Clerk prior to the opening.
Receipt of Proposals
All proposals must be received before or at the time and date specified in the Notice for
Qualifications for Professional Services. No proposals will be received after the specified time.
Reservations
The Borough of Bellmawr reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, to waive irregularities
and technicalities, to request re-submissions, and to award proposals as the Borough deems will
best serve the interest of the Borough. Questions regarding this Request for Qualifications may
be directed to the Borough Clerk, Francine M. Wright at (856) 933-1313 (ext. 1209).
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NOTICE FOR THE SOLICITATION OF PROPOSALS
FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES UNDER A FAIR AND OPEN PROCESS
Notice is hereby given that sealed proposals for professional services in accordance with N.J.S.A.
19:44A-24, et seq., and P.L. 2005 c.271, will be received by the Borough Clerk of the Borough
of Bellmawr on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 no later than 10:00 a.m., at which time the
sealed proposals will be opened and recorded at the Borough of Bellmawr, 21 E. Browning Rd.
Bellmawr, New Jersey, by the Borough Clerk and witnessed and recorded by the Borough Clerk.
Proposals for the following professional services will be accepted for the calendar year 2026:
Borough Auditor
Borough Solicitor
Borough Engineer
Borough Labor Attorney
Borough Public Defender
Borough Architect of Record
Borough Joint Land Use Solicitor
Borough Prosecutor
Borough Computer Consultant
Borough Bond Counsel
Borough Planner
Borough Risk Management Consultant & Insurance Broker
Each sealed proposal to be considered shall be returned with one (1) original signed copy and (1)
electronic copy of the submission and shall provide hourly rates, and/or other terms and conditions,
and qualifications. The sealed proposal shall comport to the criteria set forth in the specification
packets and as found in the Code of the Borough of Bellmawr.
The specification packets may be obtained by emailing Francine M. Wright, Borough Clerk,
Borough of Bellmawr at boroclerk@bellmawr.com . Mayor and Council shall thereafter select the
professional or business entity for the position so advertised, which shall thereafter be confirmed
or approved by formal Resolution.
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Applicants/Proposers Responsibility in Responding to Borough’s
Request for Proposals Professional Services
1. Qualification requirements to compete for the needed service or activity set forth in the
“duties “of the position defined in the Borough’s Request for Proposal. Qualifications, at a
minimum, shall include requirements defined as follows:
A. Full name and business address.
B. Dates of Licensure in the State of New Jersey and any other state as to the
Professional requested to serve the needs of the Borough of Bellmawr.
C. The number of licensed professionals employed (if a professional firm) and/or
affiliated with the professional seeking to provide services to the Borough. A description
of each individual’s qualifications including licensure and years of professional
experience.
D. Proposed cost of the service(s) or activities, including the hourly rate of the
individuals who will perform the services or activities. The proposed cost should include:
a. Meetings.
b. Site visits and expenses.
c. Expenses for travel, postage and telephone excluding from the hourly rate.
d. Additional services defined beyond the scope of regular services.
e. Professionals shall provide The Borough of Bellmawr with all professional
license numbers.
f. No Applicant need be a resident of the Borough of Bellmawr, primary
location of business and its proximity to the Borough and availability in
case of emergencies.
g. All Professionals shall be paid by submission of voucher or monthly billing
to the Borough of Bellmawr.
h. Proposals MUST include a dollar amount not to exceed for the Year 2026.
E. Insurance. The applicant/proposer, as a member of the profession which is subject
to suit for professional malpractice, shall provide documentation that insurance for
professional liability/malpractice coverage with limits as to liability acceptable to the
Borough of Bellmawr.
F. Financial Disclosure. The applicant/proposer as a “professional”, if required by
law, shall file a Financial Disclosure Statement pursuant to Local Government Ethics Law
N.J.S.A. 40A:9-22(1) et seq.
G. Law against Discrimination and Affirmative Action. The applicant/proposer as
a “professional” shall file a statement as to compliance with N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. (Laws
against Discrimination) and P.L. 1975, c.127 (Affirmative Action).
H. The applicant/proposer shall submit one (1) original signed copy and one (1)
electronic copy of his/her proposal for review and consideration by Mayor and Council.
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Request for Proposal for Professional Services
Purpose:
The following procedures are designated to provide for a fair and open process in awarding
professional services based on qualifications, merit and cost effectiveness through accessible
advertising. Services include annual appointments and day to day programs, projects and contracts.
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This page summarizes the opportunity, including an overview and a preview of the attached documents.