Special Labor Counsel

Ocean County, New Jersey is seeking qualified law firms or individual attorneys to provide “Special Labor Counsel” services for a one‑year term. The vendor must have at least two years of experience advising New Jersey counties or municipalities on public‑sector labor law, including the Civil Service Act, state pension/benefit rules, arbitration, and PERC matters. Services include representing the County in compulsory binding interest arbitrations, attending Board of Commissioners meetings when requested, and handling any other labor‑related issues the County directs. Proposals are to be submitted electronically via DocuSign, with a single submission required, and must be received by 4:00 pm on the unsealing date (date not specified). Evaluation will weight understanding of the scope (70 %) heavily, with additional points for qualifications, experience, location, and completeness. The award will be made within 60 days of receipt, and the contract will be issued on a project‑specific purchase order basis. The County requires standard insurance coverage and compliance with New Jersey labor, equal‑employment, and foreign‑investment certifications. • One‑year contract term for labor‑law counsel • Minimum 2 years experience with NJ public‑sector labor law • Represent County in binding interest arbitrations • Attend Board meetings as needed • Provide advice on pension, benefits, Civil Service Act, PERC matters • Electronic submission only; single proposal required • Evaluation: 70 % understanding of scope, 10 % qualifications, 10 % experience, 5 % proximity, 5 % completeness • Award within 60 days; purchase‑order contract • Standard insurance and certification requirements apply