Employee Labor Contract Negotiation Consultant

The City of San Diego is seeking qualified consulting firms to serve as Employee Labor Contract Negotiation Consultants, with the primary responsibility of leading negotiations between the City and its six recognized employee organizations. The contract aims to ensure effective and compliant negotiations in accordance with the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act (MMBA), as well as local rules outlined in the City Charter, San Diego Municipal Code, and City Council Policy 300-06. Interested proposers are encouraged to submit detailed proposals demonstrating their experience and qualifications related to labor negotiations and dispute resolution. The solicitation, identified as number 10090111-24-H, was posted on February 16, 2024, with a deadline for responses set for March 14, 2024. The contract falls under the NAICS code 541612, indicating a focus on consulting services, and is managed by the City of San Diego, California, with a designated point of contact named Hugo Mora. The submission process is facilitated through the PlanetBids portal, with detailed instructions emphasizing the importance of timely and complete electronic submissions. Bidders are advised to upload their response files and any general attachments within specified file size limits (150MB per document) and to avoid last-minute submissions to prevent technical issues, as the City and PlanetBids are not responsible for internet connectivity problems. The process requires adherence to the portal’s guidelines to ensure all necessary documentation is properly submitted before the closing date. Overall, this contract seeks a knowledgeable and experienced negotiation consultant capable of guiding the City through labor negotiations efficiently and in compliance with applicable laws and policies.