New York State Contract Reporter #2134876

Hudson River Valley Greenway Solicits Legal Retainer Services for Governance and Operations

The Hudson River Valley Greenway is seeking proposals for legal retainer services to support its operations as a New York State public benefit corporation and National Heritage Area. - Government Buyer: - Greenway Conservancy for the Hudson River Valley, Inc. (Hudson River Valley Greenway) - Operates from 625 Broadway, 4th Floor, Albany, NY - Services Requested: - Legal retainer services on an as-needed, hourly basis - Scope includes: - Governance and board support - Employment and human resources legal advice - Contract drafting, review, and negotiation - Government and regulatory compliance - Claims, dispute resolution, liability, and insurance - General counsel services - Expertise in public procurement, board governance, and federal grant compliance - Desired Qualifications: - Admission to practice law in New York - Minimum five years of relevant legal experience - Experience with public authorities, state agencies, municipalities, or nonprofit/quasi-governmental organizations - Knowledge of New York employment and contract law - Familiarity with federal grant compliance - Notable Requirements: - Preference for firms able to meet onsite in Albany, NY - Diversity and equal opportunity compliance required - Proposals must include firm background, qualifications, resumes, approach, fee structure, references, and conflict disclosures - No specific OEMs or product vendors are mentioned, as this is a professional legal services procurement.

Description

The Hudson River Valley Greenway invites qualified law firms or attorneys to submit proposals for legal retainer services. The selected firm or attorney will provide legal advice and related services to the Greenway's Boards and staff on an as-needed basis. The Greenway seeks experienced counsel with broad knowledge of New York State public entities, employment law, contracts, governance, procurement, liability, insurance, and public sector operations. Experience with federal grants and nonprofit or quasi-governmental organizations is also preferred.

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