ERCOM Hearing Officer Services

The County of Los Angeles, through its Executive Office of the Board of Supervisors Department, is seeking qualified individuals to enter into Master Agreements for as-needed Hearing Officer Services for the Employee Relations Commission (ERCOM). This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) aims to establish a roster of experienced hearing officers who will conduct administrative hearings and render decisions related to employee relations matters. Qualified candidates must be members of the California State Bar and possess demonstrated expertise in administrative law, employment law, or related legal proceedings. The procurement focuses on selecting professionals who can provide impartial hearing services on a project-by-project basis, with compensation structured through individual Master Agreements. The solicitation requires candidates to submit comprehensive documentation demonstrating their professional qualifications, including relevant experience, educational background, and professional certifications. The original posting occurred on March 1, 2023, with a notable due date of January 16, 3025, suggesting an extended procurement timeline. Evaluation criteria will likely emphasize the candidate's legal expertise, experience in dispute resolution, and ability to conduct fair and impartial hearings.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations, suggesting the opportunity is open to individual qualified professionals rather than being limited to specific enterprise types. There are no incumbent vendors mentioned in the documentation, and the Master Agreement structure provides flexibility for engaging multiple hearing officers based on caseload demands. The procurement does not specify a fixed budgetary range or guaranteed work volume, with compensation to be determined through individual Master Agreements negotiated on a per-hearing or per-service basis. The funding source is identified as the County of Los Angeles general operations budget allocated to the Executive Office of the Board of Supervisors. Contractors will be selected based on their ability to meet professional qualifications, with no automatic renewals and all qualified applicants competing equally for contract awards. The Master Agreement will establish terms and conditions for service delivery, including requirements for professional liability insurance and adherence to County administrative procedures governing the ERCOM hearing process.