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This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP2025-011) from the City of Kissimmee, Florida, seeking a City Hearing Officer to conduct public hearings for contested red light camera notices, parking violations, and noise violations. The contract requires an attorney admitted to the Florida Bar with expertise in specific statutory provisions, administrative law, and evidence law. The hearing officer will perform services at City Hall, with anticipated work not exceeding 10-12 hours per month, and will be responsible for making findings of fact, rendering decisions, and executing judgments. Proposals are due by 2:00 p.m. on June 26, 2025, with the initial contract term set for two years and potential renewal for three additional one-year periods.

The contract does not specify explicit set-aside designations or an incumbent vendor. Compensation will be based on an hourly rate to be specified in the proposal, with monthly invoicing expected. Mandatory requirements include maintaining professional liability insurance with a minimum $500,000 coverage, providing a drug-free workplace certification, and complying with state regulations such as E-Verify and public records laws. The hearing officer must be an independent attorney who will not serve in more than one office in violation of the Florida Constitution. While the precise budget is not explicitly stated, the limited monthly hours suggest a moderate-value contract focused on specialized legal services for municipal administrative hearings, with potential expansion to include future school zone speed detection system violations.