City of Arroyo Grande and City of El Paso de Robles - Joint Request for Proposals for Municipal Prosecution and Related Legal Services (2026)
City of Arroyo GrandeCity · Arroyo Grande, CA- Due
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Krystin Rice
- (805) 473-5422
The 30-second brief
The Cities of Arroyo Grande and El Paso de Robles request proposals from qualified law firms to provide municipal prosecution, misdemeanor and infraction prosecution, code enforcement litigation, and related legal services. The scope of work involves reviewing citations and police reports, making court appearances at San Luis Obispo County Superior Court locations, negotiating plea agreements, and providing legal advice and coordination. Proposals are due by October 15, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., submitted via five hard copies and one electronic copy on a CD or USB drive in a sealed envelope to the City of Arroyo Grande Community Development Department. Required qualifications include active membership in the State Bar of California, sufficient attorney resources for scheduled and unscheduled court proceedings, professional liability insurance, and compliance with conflict-of-interest laws. Proposals will be evaluated based on respondent experience, capacity, approach, location, and overall value.
Municipal prosecution and related legal services including review of citations and police reports, Prosecution of Municipal Code misdemeanor and infraction matters, Court appearances at San Luis Obispo County Superior Court, Plea agreements, Diversion and probation monitoring, Discovery compliance, Coordination with law enforcement and court entities, And periodic status reports.
Ability, capacity, experience, and skill of Respondent to perform the services; Character, integrity and reputation; Understanding of the needs and requirements of the Cities, as well as proposed approach, responsiveness, and ability to serve both Cities efficiently; Number and type of declared conflicts; Location of company and availability of personnel assigned to the Cities; Compensation and overall value; Content, quality, completeness and form of submitted proposal.
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Summary
The Cities of Arroyo Grande and El Paso de Robles request proposals from qualified law firms to provide municipal prosecution, misdemeanor and infraction prosecution, code enforcement litigation, and related legal services.
The scope of work involves reviewing citations and police reports, making court appearances at San Luis Obispo County Superior Court locations, negotiating plea agreements, and providing legal advice and coordination. Proposals are due by October 15, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., submitted via five hard copies and one electronic copy on a CD or USB drive in a sealed envelope to the City of Arroyo Grande Community Development Department. Required qualifications include active membership in the State Bar of California, sufficient attorney resources for scheduled and unscheduled court proceedings, professional liability insurance, and compliance with conflict-of-interest laws. Proposals will be evaluated based on respondent experience, capacity, approach, location, and overall value.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Ability, capacity, experience, and skill of Respondent to perform the services
- Character, integrity and reputation
- Understanding of the needs and requirements of the Cities, as well as proposed approach, responsiveness, and ability to serve both Cities efficiently
- Number and type of declared conflicts
- Location of company and availability of personnel assigned to the Cities
- Compensation and overall value
- Content, quality, completeness and form of submitted proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Municipal prosecution and related legal services including review of citations and police reports, Prosecution of Municipal Code misdemeanor and infraction matters, Court appearances at San Luis Obispo County Superior Court, Plea agreements, Diversion and probation monitoring, Discovery compliance, Coordination with law enforcement and court entities, And periodic status reports.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Summary Sheet (Attachment 2), Public Works Contractor Registration Certification (Attachment 3), Acknowledgment of Insurance Requirements form, Cover letter signed by authorized individual stipulating cost proposal validity for at least 180 days, Detailed cost proposal in a separate sealed envelope
- Submit to
- Five (5) hard copies and one (1) electronic pdf version on a CD or USB Drive in sealed envelope. | Director of Community Development, Arroyo Grande, City of Arroyo Grande, 300 E. Branch Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 | [email protected]
- Scope location
- Arroyo Grande, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Arroyo Grande?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 15, 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: Five (5) hard copies and one (1) electronic pdf version on a CD or USB Drive in sealed envelope. | Director of Community Development, Arroyo Grande, City of Arroyo Grande, 300 E. Branch Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 | [email protected]. For questions, contact Krystin Rice.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Arroyo Grande 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 Krystin Rice at (805) 473-5422. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Municipal prosecution and related legal services including review of citations and police reports, Prosecution of Municipal Code misdemeanor and infraction matters, Court appearances at San Luis Obispo County Superior Court, Plea agreements, Diversion and probation monitoring, Discovery compliance,. 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: "Ability, capacity, experience, and skill of Respondent to perform the services; Character, integrity and reputation; Understanding of the needs and requirements of the Cities, as well as proposed appr..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Arroyo Grande?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Arroyo Grande are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Arroyo Grande regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Summary Sheet (Attachment 2), Public Works Contractor Registration Certification (Attachment 3), Acknowledgment of Insurance Requirements form, Cover letter signed by authorized individual stipulating. Review the full document from City of Arroyo Grande for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Arroyo Grande, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.