RFP# 43-27 Legal Services - Labor Negotiations - REPOSTED

The East Orange Board of Education is seeking a qualified law firm or individual attorney to provide “as‑needed” legal counsel for labor and personnel matters for the 2026‑2027 school year. Services include reviewing and advising on personnel policies, representing the district in arbitrations, mediations, hearings before state agencies (e.g., PERC, EEOC), handling internal disciplinary hearings, reviewing collective‑bargaining agreements, participating in negotiations when requested, and delivering staff‑training seminars on topics such as anti‑harassment and ADA compliance. The contract is a non‑guaranteed‑hours, fixed‑price professional‑services agreement lasting up to 12 months, with the award based on a 30‑point technical score, 30‑point management score, and 40‑point cost score. The vendor must meet extensive certification, insurance, and compliance requirements (affirmative‑action plan, professional liability coverage, de‑barment checks, political‑contribution disclosures, Iran/Russia‑Belarus certifications, etc.) and submit a sealed, original‑signature proposal by the deadline. • “As‑needed” legal representation for labor negotiations, arbitrations, and disciplinary matters. • Fixed‑price contract (price to be proposed by the vendor) for up to 12 months; no guaranteed minimum workload. • Mandatory documentation: affirmative‑action plan, professional liability insurance ($1 M per claim, $3 M aggregate), non‑collusion affidavit, various certifications, and original blue‑ink signatures.