TOWN OF LANDOVER HILLS  |  MARYLAND

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

INDEPENDENT ETHICS ATTORNEY / ETHICS OFFICER SERVICES

The Town of Landover Hills invites proposals from qualified Maryland attorneys and law firms to provide independent professional services in support of the Town’s ethics program.

1. SCOPE OF SERVICES

Advisory services.  Provide guidance and advisory opinions regarding the Town’s ethics ordinance, conflicts of interest, financial disclosures, and applicable Maryland ethics laws.

Complaints and compliance.  Review alleged ethics violations and assist with investigations when authorized; advise on compliance requirements applicable to elected and appointed officials and employees.

Policies and consultation.  Review ethics policies and recommend updates; attend meetings as requested and provide timely consultation to authorized Town representatives.

2. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Maryland and in good standing; have relevant experience in municipal law, government ethics, administrative law, or related practice; demonstrate knowledge of Maryland Public Ethics Law and local ethics requirements; be able to provide independent, objective advice without disqualifying conflicts; and maintain appropriate professional liability insurance. Experience advising municipal ethics commissions or other public entities is preferred.

3. PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS

Proposals must include: (a) a letter of interest; (b) an attorney résumé or firm profile and relevant qualifications; (c) a summary of comparable government or ethics work; (d) proposed hourly rates, retainer options, or other fee arrangements and anticipated expenses; (e) at least two professional references; and (f) disclosure of any actual or potential conflicts of interest involving the Town.

4. SELECTION PROCESS AND TIMELINE

The Town will review submitted proposals and conduct in-person candidate interviews at Town Hall. Final selection and contract award are subject to Town Council approval.

Interview location: Landover Hills Town Hall, 6904 Taylor Street, Landover Hills, MD 20784.

5. SUBMISSION AND CONTACT INFORMATION

Submit electronically to: [email protected]     |     Questions: 301-773-6401

Email subject: RFP – Ethics Attorney Services

The Town reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, request additional information, conduct interviews, modify the selection schedule, and negotiate contract terms in accordance with applicable procurement requirements. Issuance of this RFP does not obligate the Town to award a contract.