Public Safety Labor Attorney Services

The City of San Fernando, California, is seeking a qualified onshore legal firm to provide specialized public safety labor attorney services. The agency requires expert legal counsel to navigate complex police department employment matters, disciplinary actions, and procedural due process rights. This initiative aims to ensure full compliance with the Public Safety Officers Procedural Bill of Rights and various federal, state, and local employment laws. The selected attorney will advise agency management on labor relations, interpret collective bargaining agreements, and represent the agency during labor disputes, grievances, and arbitrations. The scope of work also involves reviewing and updating employee handbooks, policies, and procedures to maintain legal compliance. Additionally, the provider must conduct or oversee independent investigations into employee misconduct, harassment, or discrimination complaints. The agency requires guidance on fair labor standards, overtime laws, pay equity issues, and payroll tax practices. The attorney will perform audits to ensure wage compliance across the public safety department. All legal services will be performed offsite, and only United States-based organizations are eligible to submit proposals. Bidders must submit any questions regarding this procurement no later than June 26, 2026. The agency accepts digital proposal submissions via email or through their online portal. The agency has not disclosed a set budget and is currently looking for proposals to determine the cost of these services.