ACWA JPIA General Counsel Services RFP 2026
Association Of California Water Agencies Joint Power Ins AuthUtility District · Roseville, CA- Due
- May 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Adrienne Beatty
- (916) 786-5742
The 30-second brief
ACWA JPIA is soliciting proposals for external General Counsel services to support its Executive Committee and CEO. Scope includes legal advice on governance, HR, contracts, and litigation. Proposals are due May 22, 2026.
Resume of attorney and law firm, Resumes of key individuals, Two samples of written coverage opinions, Description of potential conflicts, Billing rates
Experience as General Counsel to public agencies, Civil litigation experience, Knowledge of Brown Act and Public Records Act, Ability to work with Executive Committee
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Summary
ACWA JPIA is soliciting proposals for external General Counsel services to support its Executive Committee and CEO. Scope includes legal advice on governance, HR, contracts, and litigation. Proposals are due May 22, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Experience as General Counsel to public agencies
- Civil litigation experience
- Knowledge of Brown Act and Public Records Act
- Ability to work with Executive Committee
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Resume of attorney and law firm
- Resumes of key individuals
- Two samples of written coverage opinions
- Description of potential conflicts
- Billing rates
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Appendix A - ACWA JPIA Organizational Chart
- Appendix B - ACWA JPIA Governing Documents
- Appendix C - ACWA JPIA Employee Handbook
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Roseville, CA
- Reported agency
- Association of California Water Agencies Joint Powers Insurance Authority
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Association Of California Water Agencies Joint Power Ins Auth?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 22, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Adrienne Beatty.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Association Of California Water Agencies Joint Power Ins Auth in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Adrienne Beatty at (916) 786-5742. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Resume of attorney and law firm, Resumes of key individuals, Two samples of written coverage opinions, Description of potential conflicts, Billing rates. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Experience as General Counsel to public agencies, Civil litigation experience, Knowledge of Brown Act and Public Records Act, Ability to work with Executive Committee" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Appendix A - ACWA JPIA Organizational Chart, Appendix B - ACWA JPIA Governing Documents, Appendix C - ACWA JPIA Employee Handbook. Review the full document from Association Of California Water Agencies Joint Power Ins Auth for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Roseville, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.