Outside Countsel for Recovery Actions In Environmental Matters

The Harbor Department of the Port of Los Angeles is soliciting proposals from qualified attorneys to serve as outside counsel for environmental cost recovery actions. The selected counsel will provide legal services to assist the City of Los Angeles in asserting and responding to claims related to environmental harm, including the recovery of insurance. The scope of work covers various legal frameworks, including the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA), the Resources Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), the California Carpenter-Presley-Tanner Hazardous Substance Account Act (HSAA), and other common law theories. Proposals must be submitted by September 18, 2026, and must adhere to strict compliance and certification requirements. Bidders are required to submit several key documents, including the CEC50 Bidder Certification Form, the CEC55 Prohibited Contributors form, and a signed W-9. The contract emphasizes small business participation, establishing a 25 percent SBE participation goal with a 5 percent VSBE goal, and offers preference points for Local Business Enterprises on proposals exceeding 150,000 dollars. Additionally, selected for-profit firms must comply with Executive Directive 35 by reporting annual revenue and demographic information via the Regional Alliance Marketplace for Procurement and must accept the Standard Provisions for City Contracts.