35-22 Exhibit A - Extension of Agreement for Affordable Housing Administrative Services with CGPH - 2022.pdf

The Firm will not assign any interest in the contract and shall not transfer any interest in the same without the prior written consent of the Township. By submitting a bid, the Firm is ensuring that there have been no judgments, claims or suits against them within the last three (3) years in which the Firm has been adjudicated liable for professional malpractice. In addition to the information required as described, a respondent may submit supplemental information that it feels may be useful in evaluating its Proposal. Respondents are encouraged to be clear, factual, and concise in their presentation of information. Term of successful vendor will be one year from date of award, with an additional one year extension when approved by Council through resolution. PURPOSE The Township of West Orange is soliciting proposals for the provision of services for the Administration of Affordable Housing Units in compliance with the Council on Affordable Housing regulations and the Uniform Housing Affordability Controls (N.J.A.C. 5:80-26.1 et seq) and N.J.A.C.5:97 et seq. BACKGROUND The Township of West Orange administers an affordable housing program for qualified applicants based on income eligibility. Currently, West Orange has existing low- and moderate-income age -restricted and family units as well as existing group home bedrooms. All of the existing affordable units have Administrative Agents in place. The Township expects to add 231 new, affordable family rental units between 2021 and 2025. All the affordable units will be included in inclusionary developments. SCOPE OF SERVICES The Township seeks the services of a professional and experienced affordable housing consulting firm to function as West Orange’s Administrative Agent (N.J.A.C. 5:80- 26.14). . The responsibilities shall include but not be limited to:  Implement the Township’s Affirmative Marketing Plan in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:80-26.15.  Certify all applicants of affordable housing according to COAH and UHAC guidelines. 3