Aitkin County Legal Representation / Court-Appointed Counsel RFP 2026
Aitkin CountyCounty · Aitkin County, MN- Due
- Sep 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- David Minke
The 30-second brief
Aitkin County is soliciting proposals for two service providers to provide court-appointed legal representation in juvenile, family, and probate cases. The initial contract term is two years, starting no later than January 1, 2027, with proposals due September 18, 2026.
Legal representation, Monthly case recaps, Time records
Education and experience, interviews, previous experience, references
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Summary
Aitkin County is soliciting proposals for two service providers to provide court-appointed legal representation in juvenile, family, and probate cases. The initial contract term is two years, starting no later than January 1, 2027, with proposals due September 18, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Education and experience
- Interviews
- Previous experience
- References
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Legal representation
- Monthly case recaps
- Time records
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Exhibit 1 (Draft Contract)
- Exhibit 2 (Affidavit Concerning Eligibility)
- Exhibit 3 (Case Reports)
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Minnesota law license
- References
REQUIRED STAFFING
Attorney
- Submit to
- Aitkin, MN
- Scope location
- Aitkin, MN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Aitkin County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 18, 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: Aitkin, MN. For questions, contact David Minke.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Aitkin County in MN, 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 David Minke. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Attorney. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Legal representation, Monthly case recaps, Time records. 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: "Education and experience, interviews, previous experience, references" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Aitkin County?
All active and historical solicitations from Aitkin County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Aitkin County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Exhibit 1 (Draft Contract), Exhibit 2 (Affidavit Concerning Eligibility), Exhibit 3 (Case Reports), cover letter, resume, Minnesota law license, references. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Aitkin County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Aitkin, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.