Central Basin Munic Water Dist Planet bids #RFP 221

General Counsel Legal Services for Central Basin Municipal Water District

The Central Basin Municipal Water District is seeking proposals for general counsel legal services from qualified law firms or individuals. - Buyer: Central Basin Municipal Water District, Purchasing Office - Scope: General counsel legal services for a water district - Legal advice on California Special Districts law, public contracting, labor law, environmental law (CEQA, NEPA), real estate, water utility rate setting, and related municipal legal matters - Attendance at all Board meetings and 24/7 availability - Review of contracts, compliance guidance, litigation support, special counsel coordination, and public records requests - Requirements: - Minimum 10 years of experience representing public agencies - All attorneys must be admitted to the California Bar - Firm must maintain an office in Southern California - Contract term: Three years, with possible two one-year extensions - No OEMs or product vendors are involved, as this is a professional legal services procurement - Notable: Emphasis on broad expertise in public agency law and mandatory local presence

Description

The Central Basin Municipal Water District is seeking proposals from qualified law firms or individuals with a minimum of 10 years experience representing public agencies to provide general counsel legal services. The scope includes managing and coordinating special counsel, and providing a broad range of legal services related to governmental procedures, contracts, litigation, and compliance. The contract term is three years, and services must be delivered in a cost-effective and efficient manner. The firm must maintain an office in Southern California and be available 24/7 for legal assistance.

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