Description
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a qualified law firm to provide legal services related to negotiation, interest arbitration, advocacy, and implementation of collective bargaining agreements with unions representing the Commonwealth workforce. The selected firm will serve as the chief negotiator during negotiations with collective bargaining organizations and as the primary advocate in Act 111 interest arbitration. The firm will also provide other labor relations legal work as designated by the Office of Administration or the General Counsel of the Commonwealth.
• The contract will be for a term of one year, with the option to renew for up to two additional years.
• The selected firm will be required to provide legal services and perform all tasks necessary to successfully represent the Commonwealth in collective bargaining negotiations and interest arbitration proceedings.
• The firm will be expected to prepare and submit memoranda of law and other documents related to the services performed for this engagement.
• The Commonwealth reserves the right to make assignments as it may deem necessary or desirable, in the sole judgment of the Commonwealth, for all aspects of, or roles within, a labor negotiation or other service provided within the scope of this RFP.