Addendum to RFP # 21260721085733.pdf

This is an addendum to a Request for Proposal issued by the Civil Service Commission of the City of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for legal and administrative support services related to hearings and appeals. The City seeks two contractors to provide attorney-level legal services, including preparation for Civil Service Commission hearings, participation in proceedings, legal research and analysis, drafting written opinions and findings, and handling appeal scheduling and correspondence. Applicants must be authorized to practice law in Pennsylvania and demonstrate relevant experience with administrative or quasi-judicial proceedings for governmental bodies. The original proposal submission deadline of August 6, 2026, with applicant interviews scheduled for the week of August 10, has been extended through an addendum. The new deadline for submission of RFP proposals is 5:00 PM Philadelphia local time on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. The contract term runs from September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2027, with the City holding an option to amend the contract for up to three additional one-year terms at its sole discretion. Contract execution is anticipated by August 20, 2026.

Compensation is not to exceed $55,000 for the contract term and must be submitted as an hourly rate-based cost proposal with itemized monthly invoices. Applicants must submit complete applications through eContract Philly, including company profile, proposed scope of work (5 pages maximum), cost proposal, personnel qualifications, references, and a written financial capacity statement with current financial documents. Applicants must comply with City requirements including obtaining a Business Income and Receipts Tax Account Number, Commercial Activity License, Philadelphia Tax and Regulatory Status Clearance, and adherence to the 21st Century Minimum Wage and Benefits Ordinance. Local Business Entity certification and Local Impact status are considered positive evaluation factors. Selection is based on 12 criteria including superior ability to meet contract requirements, prior experience, quality and efficiency of the proposed solution, skill and reputation, and lower cost. LGBTQ Business Enterprise certification through the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce or Independence Business Alliance is voluntary but may inform the City's diversity tracking.