REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS - LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT ATTORNEY SERVICES

The Housing Authority of the County of Santa Cruz is seeking a qualified attorney or law firm to provide on-demand Human Resources (HR) legal services. The selected attorney or law firm will provide legal services pertaining to employment and employee relations matters, consultation on HR matters, representation in negotiations and court proceedings, and training on employment-related topics. The contract is expected to commence in January 2026 and will be for a period of one year, with the option for up to four additional one-year extensions. • Provide legal services pertaining to employment and employee relations matters • Consultation on HR matters that may lead to litigation proceedings • Representation in negotiations and court proceedings • Training on employment-related topics • Review and revisions of personnel policies and procedures • Hiring practices and decisions • Due process and privacy rights • Employee benefit programs and retirement programs