RFQ – Labor Attorney Services

The Borough of South Bound Brook is actively soliciting qualifications for a dedicated Labor Attorney for the calendar year 2018, utilizing a fair and open process in strict accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et seq. This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeks proposals from highly qualified legal professionals or firms to provide comprehensive labor-related legal services to the municipality. The scope of work encompasses advising on various labor matters, representing the Borough in labor negotiations, disputes, and compliance, ensuring adherence to all relevant state and federal labor laws and regulations. This engagement is crucial for the efficient and lawful operation of municipal human resources and labor relations. The Borough aims to secure experienced legal counsel to navigate complex labor landscapes and safeguard municipal interests. Prospective contractors must demonstrate full compliance with the stringent requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17-27. A mandatory prerequisite for all respondents is registration under the New Jersey Business Registration Act, with certification of such registration required to be submitted alongside the response to the RFQ, if readily available. This ensures that all participating entities are properly vetted and authorized to conduct business within the state. While no mandatory pre-bid meetings or site visits are specified in the provided text, firms are advised to ensure their qualifications and experience are directly relevant to municipal labor law and public sector representation. Two sealed copies of the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) response must be submitted to the Qualified Purchasing Agent. The submittal package must be prominently marked with the title "Labor Attorney" and the name of the responding firm, clearly distinguishing the original proposal from the single copy. All responses must be received no later than Thursday, January 25, 2018, at 9:00 a.m. in the Finance Department, located in the trailer at 12 Main Street, South Bound Brook, N.J. Only submissions received by this precise deadline will be considered for evaluation. Responses will undergo a thorough review by an internal evaluation team, with the most advantageous proposal, determined by price and other established evaluation criteria, subsequently recommended to the governing body for contract award. For submission inquiries, Nancy Costa serves as the Qualified Purchasing Agent.