Employee/ Labor Relations Legal and Consulting Services

The City of Ontario is seeking qualified firms to provide comprehensive legal and consulting services related to employee and labor relations. The scope encompasses a wide range of services including employment and labor law, collective bargaining, disciplinary procedures, administrative investigations, claims management, grievances, mediations, arbitrations, as well as consulting on compensation and classification matters. The contract aims to support the city’s human resources and labor management functions through expert legal advice, dispute resolution, and training services. The solicitation, titled "Employee/Labor Relations Legal and Consulting Services," was posted on October 3, 2025, with a response deadline of October 24, 2025. The contract size is estimated to be between $500,000 and $2,000,000, and it falls under NAICS code 541110, indicating a focus on legal services. The City’s primary point of contact is the Purchasing Department, which can be reached via email or phone for inquiries. Applicants are required to submit a noncollusion declaration affirming that their bids are genuine, not collusive, and made without any conspiracy to fix prices or gain unfair advantages, under penalty of perjury under California law. This declaration must be signed by an authorized representative and submitted alongside the bid. The contract is structured to ensure that selected legal and consulting firms provide specialized support to the City of Ontario in managing employee and labor relations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, fair dispute resolution, and effective personnel management practices.