Landscape Architect

The Township of North Brunswick, New Jersey, is seeking proposals from qualified firms and individuals for landscape architect professional services, with online submissions due November 13, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. EST through the Township's e-Procurement portal. No set-asides are identified in this procurement. Proposals are sought under a Request for Proposal, and the Township is in Middlesex County.

The scope centers on a new program to redesign several neighborhood islands, including architectural and landscape designs for existing islands and as-needed designs for residential areas and public spaces. The work also includes architectural advice and services to the Governing Body, staff, and all Township departments, committees, boards, and agencies, plus other landscape architectural services the Governing Body or Administrator determines necessary. Required insurance includes workers' compensation, commercial general liability of $1 million per occurrence, automotive liability of $1 million per occurrence, commercial excess liability of $5 million, and professional liability of $1 million per claim and annual aggregate.

Compensation is hourly at rates in the Rate Schedule: $206.00 for Licensed Landscape Architects, $187.00 for Senior Landscape Designers, and $150.00 for Landscape Designers. Direct reimbursable expenses include out-of-state transportation, field office facilities, mileage at the IRS Standard Mileage Rate up to $50.00 per round trip, permit and application fees, and messenger services. The total authorization for general consultation services in calendar year 2027 is not to exceed $10,000, excluding special projects of a specialized nature that require separate contract amendments. The professional must notify the Township upon reaching 70 percent of the encumbered amount to determine whether additional funding is necessary. The contract term covers calendar year 2027, with award anticipated January 4, 2027.

Evaluation criteria include the respondent's understanding of the scope of work, experience and qualifications of personnel, overall company history with similar services, and agreement to the pricing model. Proposals remain firm for 60 calendar days following the opening, which is held virtually via Zoom on November 13, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EST.