The Franklin Township Board of Education is seeking a qualified attorney or law firm to provide comprehensive legal services related to special‑education matters for its K‑12 district. The contractor will advise the Board, represent the district in mediation and litigation, respond to urgent inquiries, prepare legal documents, deliver training, and coordinate with insurance counsel throughout a one‑year contract. The solicitation requires extensive documentation, including licensing, background checks, EEO compliance, ownership disclosures, and numerous certifications, and it evaluates proposals on technical merit, management capability, and cost.
• Scope: legal counsel for special‑education issues, including mediation, due‑process hearings, contract review, and training.
• Requirements: NJ‑licensed attorneys, background checks, Megan’s Law compliance, financial responsibility proof, political‑contribution disclosure, and many standard procurement forms.
• Evaluation: 40 pts technical, 24 pts management, 28 pts cost (total 100 pts).
• Timeline: Questions due Mar 11 2026; proposals due Mar 18 2026 (10 a.m. EST); award expected late April/May 2026; contract runs Jul 1 2026‑Jun 30 2027.