RFP 26-1C - Legal Services: Labor and Negotiations

The Bayonne Board of Education is seeking an attorney or law firm to provide on‑demand legal services focused on labor relations, collective bargaining, and related disputes for a one‑year term. The contractor must be New Jersey‑licensed, have at least ten years of experience representing public entities, and submit a sealed physical proposal by the deadline. Services include advisory counsel, representation in arbitrations and court, contract drafting, rapid response to emergent issues, and training for staff. The award will be based on the most advantageous proposal considering quality, price, and compliance with statutory requirements. • Scope: labor‑law counsel, negotiation support, representation, contract drafting, and training for the Bayonne school district. • Term: September 1 2026 – July 1 2027 (approximately 10 months). • Delivery: sealed physical proposal (original + 2 copies) due August 18 2026 10:00 AM; no electronic submission. • Requirements: NJ‑licensed attorneys, ≥10 years public‑entity experience, $2 M professional liability insurance, background checks for staff with student contact, numerous certifications (non‑collusion, affirmative‑action, political‑contribution disclosure, ownership disclosure).