2026 Professionals WMUA

The Willingboro Municipal Utilities Authority (WMUA) in Burlington County, New Jersey, is seeking professional service providers through a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP) for twelve distinct professional service categories. These categories include Attorney (Solicitor), Labor Counsel, Conflict/Special Projects Counsel, Rate & Energy Counsel, Bond Counsel, Consulting Engineer, Special Project Engineers, Financial Advisor, Independent Auditor, Special Project Auditor, Insurance Broker, and Authority Physician. The procurement is structured for professional services spanning the period from February 1, 2026, through January 31, 2027, with appointments contingent upon contract execution. Proposals must be electronically submitted via BidNet Direct by November 19, 2025, at 10:00 A.M., with a comprehensive submission package including firm qualifications, key personnel resumes, conflict of interest disclosures, client references, and detailed fee structures. Evaluation criteria will focus on understanding of services, professional qualifications, experience, and comprehensive documentation of organizational capabilities.

Proposers must meet specific compliance requirements, including providing professional liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence, workers' compensation coverage, and general liability insurance. The procurement is conducted on a "Fair and Open Basis" in alignment with New Jersey statutes, with mandatory compliance with employment opportunity and anti-discrimination laws. Firms with annual government contracts exceeding $50,000 must file disclosure reports with the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission. Extensive documentation is required, including the Ownership Disclosure Form, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Experience and Background Questionnaire, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Russia and Iran Forms, EEO/AA Form AA-302, Bidder's Checklist, Fair Inclusion Questionnaire, False Statement of Penalties Certification, W9 Form, and Pay to Play Advisory. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the RFP covers a comprehensive suite of professional services across multiple disciplines for the municipal utilities authority.