Planning services for the board of adjustment

The Township of Toms River is seeking a Licensed Planner to provide professional planning services for the Board of Adjustment through a fair and open procurement process. The solicitation requires a qualified vendor to perform comprehensive planning services, including reviewing applications, plans, and maps for compliance with Township Ordinances and Municipal Land Use Law, preparing review letters, and advising Board members during public hearings. Minimum qualifications include being a Licensed Planner in New Jersey with at least five years of municipal experience, specific expertise in variance and zoning requirements, and site plan development and review capabilities. The Request for Proposals (RFP) was released on January 15, 2025, with responses due by January 28, 2025, at 10:00 am, and an anticipated contract award date of February 12, 2025. The Township will utilize a comprehensive selection process evaluating factors such as qualifications, experience, reputation, performance ability, personnel availability, financial stability, and cost.

The contract will be structured for a twelve-month period with the potential for multiple vendor awards and will be open-ended, with funds encumbered on a per-service basis contingent on budget availability. Bidders must submit mandatory documentation including price certification, corporate resolution, affirmative action forms, ownership statements, and non-collusion affidavits. The procurement requires compliance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 et seq. and N.J.S.A.10:5-31 et seq., indicating potential requirements for local and disadvantaged business participation. Billing will occur monthly, with specific hourly rates and meeting attendance fees to be specified by the bidder. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract allows for flexible service engagement based on the Township's planning needs and budgetary constraints.