Contracts , Real Estate , and Transactional Legal Services

2026-11-03

The list below is representative but not exhaustive of the scope of services or areas of need in serving the District . 1 . Specialized Contract Drafting and Negotiation • Assist in the drafting , negotiation , and legal review of complex or high - value contracts , including : o ESPLOST - funded projects , including capital improvements , facilities construction , and related professional services . o Technology licensing and data - sharing agreements o Financing and lease - purchase agreements • Review and negotiate vendor - provided terms and conditions that present unique risk , compliance considerations , or enforceability issues . 2 . ESPLOST Program Legal Support • Provide legal review and guidance on ESPLOST compliance , including : o Construction / ESPLOST Solicitations . o Compliance with applicable procurement laws and Georgia Department of Education rules . o Risk mitigation strategies tied to construction timelines , delays , and disputes . 3 . District Policies , House Bills , and Compliance Consulting • Provide advice on the development and revision of : o Standard contract templates , especially those tied to ESPLOST and other public funding sources o Internal procurement guidance and contract management by providing instructions related to any recent changes in the law o Risk allocation language ( e . g ., indemnity , insurance , liquidated damages ) • Ensure consistency with changes in state law , Board policy , and federal guidance . 4 . Federal and State Funding Compliance • Assist in ensuring contract compliance with federal and state funding requirements , including : o Grant - related contractual obligations o Procurement rules tied to federal dollars ( e . g ., 2 CFR Part 200 ) 5 . Real Estate and Property Matters • Assist with all real estate - related transactions , including : o Acquisition and disposition of real property o Lease agreements for facilities , equipment , and land o Easements , licenses , and rights - of - way o Deed / Title search , review and due diligence o Zoning , land use , and environmental compliance issues • Provide counsel on real estate financing , mortgage agreements , and property tax matters as applicable . Coordinate closings and prepare or review related transactional documents ...

Georgia

2026-04-29