Opportunity
California Moorpark Civic Plus #160
City of Moorpark Solicitation for City Attorney Legal Services
Posted
April 01, 2026
Respond By
May 01, 2026
Identifier
160
NAICS
541110
The City of Moorpark is seeking proposals from qualified attorneys or law firms to provide comprehensive City Attorney Services. - Government Buyer: - City of Moorpark, City Manager's Office and City Clerk's Office - Scope of Services: - Serve as the City's chief legal advisor - Provide oral and written legal counsel to City Council, City Manager, Assistant City Manager, department directors, commissions, committees, and staff - Prepare and review legal documents (ordinances, resolutions, contracts, memoranda) - Attend City Council and Planning Commission meetings - Advise on municipal law matters, including: - Brown Act - Public Records Act - Political Reform Act - California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) - Labor and employment law - Risk management - Coordinate litigation and provide legal counsel to affiliated entities - Notable Requirements: - Experience in California municipal law is strongly preferred - Availability for meetings and urgent matters is emphasized - Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach are valued - Preference for a monthly retainer compensation model - Proposals must include separate technical and cost components; electronic submissions are preferred - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as this is a professional legal services solicitation. - Place of Performance and Submission: - City of Moorpark, 323 Science Drive, Moorpark, CA 93021 (City Manager's Office and City Clerk's Office)
Description
The City of Moorpark is seeking proposals from qualified attorneys or law firms to provide comprehensive City Attorney Services. The selected attorney will serve as the City's chief legal advisor, providing legal advice, preparing legal documents, and attending City Council and commission meetings. Proposals must be submitted separately for technical and cost components by May 1, 2026, with electronic submissions preferred. The City values experience in municipal law and a collaborative approach to support effective local government operations.