RFQ 2025-14 Special Magistrate for Code Compliance

The County seeks qualified Florida‑licensed attorneys (or firms) to serve as Special Magistrates handling code‑enforcement, building, zoning, animal‑control and dangerous‑dog matters. The magistrate will conduct public hearings, issue written orders, ensure due‑process compliance, and submit monthly invoices. The contract is initially one year with up‑to‑two optional four‑year renewals, and compensation is based on a fee schedule to be negotiated. • Perform quasi‑judicial hearings on county code‑violation citations (building, zoning, animal‑control, etc.). • Issue enforceable orders, fines, and remedial directives; maintain detailed records and submit monthly invoices. • Must maintain Florida Bar good standing, appropriate professional liability insurance, E‑Verify compliance, and submit extensive certifications (anti‑human‑trafficking, public‑entity crime disclosure, etc.). • Provide at least four references of similar work performed in the past five years, include detailed project histories, and a 5 % proposal bond.