2026-0831: Resolution amending Resolution 78 of 2026, which authorized the Mayor and the City Solicitor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Fisher Phillips, LLP for legal consulting services in connection with labor disputes to amend the scope of work, adjust hourly rates, extend the term, and allocate additional funding in an amount not to exceed ONE MILLION AND TEN THOUSAND FOUR-HUNDRED DOLLARS ($1,010,400.00) over three (3) years. (Executive Session held 9/1/26) (Waiver of Competitive Process Received)

Description

Resolution amending Resolution 78 of 2026, which authorized the Mayor and the City Solicitor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Fisher Phillips, LLP for legal consulting services in connection with labor disputes to amend the scope of work, adjust hourly rates, extend the term, and allocate additional funding in an amount not to exceed ONE MILLION AND TEN THOUSAND FOUR-HUNDRED DOLLARS ($1,010,400.00) over three (3) years. (Executive Session held 9/1/26) (Waiver of Competitive Process Received)

Summary

The document records Pittsburgh’s approval of a waiver from competitive procurement for Fisher Phillips LLP, a management-side labor and employment law firm. The Law Department sought the firm’s ongoing expert advice and consultation on labor disputes and related litigation. The waiver was approved under City Code provisions allowing noncompetitive contracts for counsel or consultants connected to anticipated, pending, or potential litigation, where public solicitation could compromise confidentiality. Procurement and the Chief Solicitor approved the request on February 17–18, 2025. The document notes that City Council must authorize the contract through legislation. This affects the City, its attorneys, and potential competing vendors, while illustrating the review and approval process for exceptions to ordinary bidding requirements.