Whether or not it is legal to withhold or release the names of all those who have picked up bids prior to the bid opening has been a topic of debate for several years. It is currently being review by the Attorney Generals Office. Under advisement of the Department of Community Affairs, Division of Local Government Services and the opinion of the Township Attorney, the Township does not give out the names of the bidders or the estimated cost of any project currently being bid that has not yet been formally opened and read.