Public Defender

The Township of North Brunswick (Middlesex County, NJ) is seeking a qualified attorney or law firm to serve as the municipal Public Defender for the 2027 fiscal year. The award will be a single‑entity contract with a not‑to‑exceed budget of $25,000 for legal representation, consultations, and related services. Proposals must be submitted electronically by November 13, 2026, 11:00 AM; award is anticipated January 4, 2027. Evaluation will consider experience, reputation, knowledge of public‑defender duties, and availability for required meetings. The contractor must comply with New Jersey prevailing‑wage, affirmative‑action, and insurance requirements, and will be billed at a blended hourly rate of $350 per session plus $50 per consultation, with reimbursable expenses. • Service: Provide full public‑defender representation for township residents (court appearances, client counseling, case management). • Budget: Up to $25,000 for calendar year 2027; hourly rate $350/session, $50/consultation. • Submission: Online only via the township’s e‑procurement portal; deadline Nov 13, 2026 11:00 AM. • Award timeline: Evaluation mid‑Nov, award early Jan 2027. • Requirements: NJ legal licensure, compliance with prevailing‑wage act, insurance (general liability $1M, professional liability $1M), affirmative‑action certification, business registration. • Duration: One‑year contract covering the 2027 calendar year.