2027 Professional Service-special Projects Architect

The Township of Hamilton, New Jersey is requesting proposals for 2027 Professional Service–Special Projects Architect services under RFP, with proposals due October 22, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. ET and questions due October 16, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. ET. The contract term runs January 1 through December 31, 2027, with award anticipated in January 2027; the Township reserves the right to award to multiple professionals for this position.

The scope covers architectural services for special projects throughout the contract year, with respondents required to demonstrate qualifications, experience, technical competence, and management capabilities. Proposals must include minimum three client references, with at least two from municipalities for similar services. Mandatory compliance requirements include Workers' Compensation insurance; General Liability insurance with limits of $1 million per person and $1 million per accident for bodily injury and $500,000 for property damage; Professional Liability/Error & Omissions insurance; New Jersey Business Registration Certificate; Affirmative Action compliance certification; stockholder disclosure forms; non-collusion affidavits; Iran and Russia-Belarus certifications; and Equal Employment Opportunity compliance. Contractors receiving contracts exceeding $50,000 must file annual disclosure statements with the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission regarding political contributions.

Evaluation will emphasize firm biography and experience, professional qualifications and certifications of staff, understanding of scope and relevant project experience, technical knowledge of the Township, management capabilities including scheduling and reliability, and cost competitiveness. Award will go to the firm deemed most advantageous based on qualifications, merit, cost competitiveness, references, and experience. Bid opening will be conducted live and publicly viewable via YouTube. The Township is exempt from sales, use, and excise taxes.