General Counsel Legal Services

The housing authority in San Jose, California is seeking qualified, licensed personnel to provide general counsel legal services. The agency requires a strategic advisor to deliver proactive legal guidance, identify emerging legal and regulatory risks, and recommend practical implementation strategies. This advisor will engage with executive leadership and staff early in significant initiatives to mitigate risk and support informed decision-making. The scope of work covers researching and interpreting laws, proposed legislation, case law, and other statutory authorities pertaining to federal, state, and local government. Specifically, the agency needs expertise in housing, housing programs, affordable housing finance, real estate development, procurement, and contracts. The selected vendor must proactively monitor and communicate material legal, legislative, and regulatory developments, while providing routine legal guidance and consultation on matters relevant to the agency's functional areas. Eligibility is restricted to onshore organizations based in the United States. The agency requires the performance of all legal work to be conducted onsite. The agency has not disclosed a specific budget and is looking for proposals to determine the cost. The agency has scheduled a pre-bid meeting for July 13, 2026. Bidders must submit all questions regarding this opportunity no later than July 17, 2026.