Ccrfp for legislative agent

The New Jersey Municipal Excess Liability Joint Insurance Fund (NJMEL) is conducting a Competitive Contracting Request for Proposals (CCRFP) to secure a Legislative Agent for a three-year contract from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028. The solicitation, identified as RFP 25-12, was released on October 21, 2025, with proposal submissions due on November 12, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. The selected professional will represent the Fund's interests before the New Jersey Legislature, state agencies, and related organizations, with key responsibilities including monitoring legislation, advising on policy impacts, drafting position papers, and advocating for issues affecting joint insurance funds and local government risk management. The evaluation criteria will be point-based, totaling 50 points, with 25 points for technical criteria, 15 points for managerial criteria, and 10 points for cost considerations. Proposers must submit comprehensive documentation including staff qualifications, project management capabilities, references, conflict of interest disclosures, and a detailed fee proposal. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong familiarity with New Jersey legislative processes and municipal insurance law.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Proposers will be required to maintain specific insurance coverages, including $1,000,000 in general liability insurance and cyber liability insurance with defined cybersecurity standards. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the contract will be awarded through New Jersey's competitive contracting process, with the Fund reserving the right to interview proposers and request additional clarifying information. The solicitation is geographically focused on Morris County but has statewide implications for legislative representation. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the required services and the three-year contract duration suggest a substantial professional services engagement. The Fund will evaluate proposals comprehensively, focusing on the proposer's ability to effectively represent their interests and navigate complex legislative and regulatory environments.