Litigation and Other Investigation Services

The Town of Oyster Bay, New York, is seeking proposals from qualified individuals or firms to provide litigation and other investigation services. The services may include: * Pre-litigation investigation * Discovery and trial preparation * Accident scene photography * Surveillance * Background checks * Witness searches and interviews * Trial exhibit preparation The selected firm(s) will be included on the Town's investigators panel for a period of one year, with the option to extend for up to two additional one-year periods. Proposals must be submitted by December 1, 2025, and should include: * A firm resume * Investigators' credentials * Representative work * A proposed fee schedule * Information on the firm's experience, special knowledge, and past performance The Town will evaluate proposals based on factors such as: * Experience in similar assignments * Special knowledge relevant to the project * Past performance with the department * Time constraints and deliverability of service * Firm's current workload with the Town * Size, staffing, resources, and financial capability of the firm The Town reserves the right to reject all proposals and to negotiate with selected firms. The Town does not make retainer payments in advance of services rendered, and any agreement will be subject to approval by the Town Board. Prospective firms are advised to familiarize themselves with the Town's current programs, facilities, and documents, and to submit any questions or inquiries to the authorized contact person via email.