WHEREAS, there exists a need for engineering services as an Environmental Impact Studies Consultant of the Township of Jackson; and

WHEREAS, the Township issued a solicitation of professional services contracts in accordance with a fair and open process adopted by the Township of Jackson in accordance with Ch. 9, P.L. 2004; and

WHEREAS, said solicitation of professional services contracts satisfies the requirements of a fair and open process under N.J.S.A. 19:44A:20.5; and

WHEREAS, all proposals were to be submitted to the Office of the Township Qualified Purchasing Agent by November 26, 2025; and

WHEREAS, after reviewing the proposals submitted, the Mayor, with the advice and consent of the Township Council, desires to appoint:

French and Parreno Associates: 1800 Route 34, Suite 101, Wall Township, NJ 07719

WHEREAS, the maximum amount of the contract to be awarded under this resolution is as set forth in the 2026 municipal budget for engineering services; and

WHEREAS, the amount of the contract to be awarded under this resolution is determined to be $30,000.00, which sum is reasonably estimated based upon such Environmental Impact Consulting Services as may be required over the contract term to be awarded under this resolution, including, but not limited to, the amount spent for such Environmental Impact Consulting Services for the previous calendar year, and Legler Landfill items, the costs of compensation under the contract to be awarded, and any projected increase or decrease in services anticipated versus the prior year, and which sum the Township of Jackson is under no obligation to spend and which may be exceeded; and

WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq., requires that the resolution and contract be made available for public inspection.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey, as follows: