Angular and Firebase Development Support Contractor

Civil Justice, Inc. is requesting proposals from qualified contractors with expertise in building data-driven applications with Angular 19, Firebase, and Google Cloud Functions. We are seeking a contractor to supplement our current tech staff’s efforts in developing three applications- based on user type segmentation- that house the functionality of our Maryland Justice Passport and Coordinated Intake System.   Please note that this support is constrained by grant funding within FY25. Key dates include:

·  March 10th – RFPs due

·  March 15th – Finalists contacted for interviews ·  

March 17th – March 21st – Interviews conducted, and code samples reviewed

· March 24th– Awardee decision announced · 

 June 30th – All contracted work must be complete, and services invoiced

Project Scope

The selected contractor will be responsible for the tasks below. · 

Co-development:

• Collaborate with tech and program staff to build robust, scalable, and performant web applications using Angular 19, Angular Material, Firebase, and Google Cloud Functions
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code
• Implement UI/UX designs based on provided specifications and wireframes
• Aid in developing integrations between the applications and external case management systems · 

Collaborative data modeling:

• Work with development and program personnel to design and implement efficient data models within Firestore · 

Technical environment managing and maintenance:

• Utilize monorepo architectures for code management
• Implement CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions
• Manage dependencies using pnpm

 Co-facilitate testing and demos

• Assist in performing integration, functional, performance, security, and user acceptance testing
• Aid in presenting the applications’ functionality to stakeholders, including administrators, program managers, and other developers

Documentation

• Provide comprehensive technical documentation

Deliverables

• Complete source code developed during the contract · Technical documentation that details the implemented functionality

Required Skills and Experience

Proposals must demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in web application development
• Expert-level proficiency in Angular 19 and Angular Material
• Extensive experience with Firebase and Google Cloud Functions, including security rules, working with emulators, and data modeling within Firestore
• Strong understanding of modern TypeScript and SCSS concepts and best practices
• Strong understanding of data modeling principles and NoSQL best practices
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Proven experience working with monorep architectures
• Demonstrated experience working with RESTful APIs
• Proficiency in using GitHub for version control and collaboration
• Familiarity with using pnpm package manager
• Familiarity with using ngrx for state management
• Familiarity with using GitHub actions for CI/CD
• Familiarity implementing Firebase Extensions
• Experience with responsive design and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act compliance requirements
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to write clear and concise technical documentation, including explaining architectural decisions and code implementation
• Experience conducting demos, both to technical and non-technical personnel
• Experience working within the legal service sphere is considered a plus
• Experience or education in IT project management is also a plus

Proposal Requirements

Proposals must include the following information:

• Contractor Profile:
  • individual / company name, address, and contact information
  • Overview of the experience and qualifications
  • Relevant project experience, including examples of similar projects
• Example Projects:
  • GitHub repository (or similar) showcasing experience in Angular and Firebase
• Cost Proposal:
  • Detailed breakdown of project costs, including hourly rates and any other applicable fees

Evaluation Criteria

Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria: · Technical Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in the required technologies and skills · Relevant Experience: Experience with similar projects and technologies · Cost proposal: Competitiveness and clarity of the pricing structure · Code quality examples: Clear, well documented, and efficient code · Values aligned: Commitment to confidentiality and Civil Justice, Inc.’s mission

Submissions

Please compile the written Proposal Requirements into a PDF and submit them to tech@civiljusticeinc.org, along with links to code and/or project samples, with the subject “Proposal – Angular & Firebase Development Support” by March 10th. All information provided in response to this RFP will be treated as confidential. Civil Justice, Inc. reserves the right to reject a proposal.