City of Bismarck - Court Appointed Attorney Services - RFP - 2025
City of BismarckCity · Bismarck, ND- Due
- Dec 12, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 20, 2025
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Amanda Harris
The 30-second brief
The City of Bismarck is requesting proposals for designated high-quality indigent defense services for all cases arising or originating in Bismarck Municipal Court, including trials in Burleigh County Court following transfer or appeal and any subsequent appeals. The contract covers legal representation of indigent defendants in misdemeanor cases, averaging 200 cases per year, across all stages of proceedings until completed, including trial, motions, briefing, and arguments in the North Dakota Supreme Court. The contract term is 3 years from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2028, with options for up to 2 additional one-year terms. Proposals are due by December 12, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. CST. Bidders must submit three copies of their bid, including malpractice insurance of at least $500,000 per attorney and a proposed monthly contract price between $3,000 and $3,200.
General legal experience of attorneys, Demonstrated trial ability, Ability to meet contract specifications, Price, Justification of contract price related to anticipated caseload and service per case
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Summary
The City of Bismarck is requesting proposals for designated high-quality indigent defense services for all cases arising or originating in Bismarck Municipal Court, including trials in Burleigh County Court following transfer or appeal and any subsequent appeals.
The contract covers legal representation of indigent defendants in misdemeanor cases, averaging 200 cases per year, across all stages of proceedings until completed, including trial, motions, briefing, and arguments in the North Dakota Supreme Court. The contract term is 3 years from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2028, with options for up to 2 additional one-year terms. Proposals are due by December 12, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. CST. Bidders must submit three copies of their bid, including malpractice insurance of at least $500,000 per attorney and a proposed monthly contract price between $3,000 and $3,200.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
General legal experience of attorneys, Demonstrated trial ability, Ability to meet contract specifications, Price, Justification of contract price related to anticipated caseload and service per case
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
malpractice insurance
- Submit to
- Amanda Harris, Municipal Judge, c/o City Auditor, PO Box 5503, 221 N 5th St, Bismarck ND 58502
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Bismarck, ND
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Bismarck?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 12, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Amanda Harris, Municipal Judge, c/o City Auditor, PO Box 5503, 221 N 5th St, Bismarck ND 58502. For questions, contact Amanda Harris.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Bismarck in ND, 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 Amanda Harris. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "General legal experience of attorneys, Demonstrated trial ability, Ability to meet contract specifications, Price, Justification of contract price related to anticipated caseload and service per case" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Bismarck?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Bismarck are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Bismarck 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 3 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: malpractice insurance. Review the full document from City of Bismarck for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bismarck, ND. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
