Torrance Planet bids #2026-0508

City of Torrance Solicits Hearing Officer Services for Administrative Hearings

The City of Torrance is seeking qualified professionals to provide Hearing Officer Services for its Community Development and Community Services Departments on an as-needed basis. - Scope of Work: - Preside over administrative hearings for: - Noise abatement (up to 150 hearings annually) - Public housing agency appeals (up to 10 hearings annually) - Dangerous animal determinations (up to 10 hearings annually) - Prepare for hearings, review case materials, conduct hearings (in-person at City Hall or virtually), collaborate with city staff, and issue written decisions within specified timelines - Additional duties may include attending city commission or council meetings, court appearances, legal research, and staff training - Requirements: - Must be a qualified attorney or professional with experience in municipal law and conflict resolution - Maintain impartiality and retain hearing documents for five years - Responsible for own travel and related expenses - Comply with insurance, business license, and prevailing wage requirements - Maximum hourly rate is $150 - Contract Details: - Initial term of 3 years, with two optional 1-year extensions - 1 to 5 hearing officers may be selected - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are involved; this is a professional services procurement - Potential vendors include law firms, consulting groups, and legal service providers

Description

This solicitation is for Hearing Officer Services to support the Community Development Department and Community Services Department on an as-needed basis. The scope includes presiding over administrative hearings related to noise abatement, public housing agency appeals, and dangerous animal determinations. The Hearing Officer will prepare for hearings, collaborate with staff, provide written decisions within specified timelines, and may attend meetings or court appearances as requested. The contract term is three years with the possibility of two additional one-year extensions.

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