City of Burlington - Contract Prosecutorial Services - Request for Proposals RFP 2026
City of BurlingtonCity · Burlington, WI- Due
- Jul 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Carina Walters
The 30-second brief
The City of Burlington, Wisconsin seeks qualified attorneys or law firms to provide contract prosecutorial services for municipal court matters, including prosecuting ordinance violations, traffic citations, and code enforcement cases. The contractor will handle approximately 150 traffic citations, 30 ordinance citations monthly, and 2,200 annual cases, representing the city in municipal and circuit courts, conducting pre-trials, and evaluating case circumstances. The initial contract term is two years with an optional three-year renewal. Proposals are due by July 2, 2026, with questions accepted until June 22, 2026. Evaluation criteria include firm qualifications, personnel technical competency, past performance, and costs.
Submissions should include the following: Letter of Interest Provide a cover letter indicating your firm’s understanding of the requirements of this specific job proposal. The letter should be a brief formal letter from the prospective consultant that provides information regarding the firm’s interest in and ability to perform the requirements of this RFP. A person who is authorized to commit the Contractor’s organization to perform the work included in the proposal must sign the letter. The cover letter should be on letterhead and state the legal name of the firm, phone number, fax number, mailing address and e-mail address. The letter should identify the primary contact person(s) for the project and include a resume for each, and their contact information. Acceptance of Conditions Indicate any exceptions to the terms and conditions of the RFP, including the Scope of Services. Include a copy of all addendums issued to the RFP. Note: Any prospective consultant’s listing of exceptions in its proposal in no way obligates the City at any time to change the conditions of its RFP. Exceptions may be unacceptable to the City and be cause for rejection of a prospective consultant’s proposal. Qualifications and Selection All proposals will be evaluated by a review panel consisting of City staff and others as determined. The panel will select a maximum of three submitting firms that may be invited to present their proposals during the interview stage. The panel will select the proposal which best meets the City’s requirements. The City of Burlington may award Proposals in its best interest, reject proposals or any part of them, award contracts in whole or in part, waive what it concludes in its discretion are minor problems with proposals, including but not limited to formalities and technicalities. The City may consider any alternative proposals which meet its needs. The City of Burlington will evaluate proposals on various criteria including, but not limited to, the following: • Overall qualifications of the firm Technical competency of the personnel assigned to the project Samples of similar work projects Past records of performance as determined from all available information to include contacting former clients The ability to complete work on deadline Capability and experience communicating with the public, staff and elected officials Quality of the proposal Overall costs and fees to be charged Firm Profile Professional history of the firm and other team members and principals including their professional resumes. Include additional firm information to support your qualifications. List and provide examples of specific projects that are similar in size and scope. Identify the personnel, including the principal in charge, from your firm who will be performing this project and their responsibilities. References Provide a minimum of three (3) references, including appropriate contact 3.6 Cost Provide an hourly rate for City Prosecutor services, inclusive of all services to be provided. Please outline hourly fees for each attorney, other team member as assigned or other expenses. Please note there will be no reimbursement for travel time, meals, or mileage; these incidental costs should be included in the hourly rates. Please indicate the smallest increment of time used for billing purposes. Invoice for services provided on an hourly or cost-plus basis shall include details of the attorney(s) and support staff time and activity description. In the alternative, the firm may propose a flat all-inclusive monthly rate with add-ons or a combination for the Scope of Services. Contract Please attach a copy of your standard contract for these types of services in the email submitting the proposal.
Overall qualifications of the firm, Technical competency of the personnel assigned to the project, Samples of similar work projects, Past records of performance, The ability to complete work on deadline, Capability and experience communicating with the public staff and elected officials, Quality of the proposal, Overall costs and fees to be charged
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Summary
The City of Burlington, Wisconsin seeks qualified attorneys or law firms to provide contract prosecutorial services for municipal court matters, including prosecuting ordinance violations, traffic citations, and code enforcement cases.
The contractor will handle approximately 150 traffic citations, 30 ordinance citations monthly, and 2,200 annual cases, representing the city in municipal and circuit courts, conducting pre-trials, and evaluating case circumstances. The initial contract term is two years with an optional three-year renewal. Proposals are due by July 2, 2026, with questions accepted until June 22, 2026. Evaluation criteria include firm qualifications, personnel technical competency, past performance, and costs.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Overall qualifications of the firm, Technical competency of the personnel assigned to the project, Samples of similar work projects, Past records of performance, The ability to complete work on deadline, Capability and experience communicating with the public staff and elected officials, Quality of the proposal, Overall costs and fees to be charged
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Submissions should include the following: Letter of Interest Provide a cover letter indicating your firm’s understanding of the requirements of this specific job proposal. The letter should be a brief formal letter from the prospective consultant that provides information regarding the firm’s interest in and ability to perform the requirements of this RFP. A person who is authorized to commit the Contractor’s organization to perform the work included in the proposal must sign the letter. The cover letter should be on letterhead and state the legal name of the firm, phone number, fax number, mailing address and e-mail address. The letter should identify the primary contact person(s) for the project and include a resume for each, and their contact information. Acceptance of Conditions Indicate any exceptions to the terms and conditions of the RFP, including the Scope of Services. Include a copy of all addendums issued to the RFP. Note: Any prospective consultant’s listing of exceptions in its proposal in no way obligates the City at any time to change the conditions of its RFP. Exceptions may be unacceptable to the City and be cause for rejection of a prospective consultant’s proposal. Qualifications and Selection All proposals will be evaluated by a review panel consisting of City staff and others as determined. The panel will select a maximum of three submitting firms that may be invited to present their proposals during the interview stage. The panel will select the proposal which best meets the City’s requirements. The City of Burlington may award Proposals in its best interest, reject proposals or any part of them, award contracts in whole or in part, waive what it concludes in its discretion are minor problems with proposals, including but not limited to formalities and technicalities. The City may consider any alternative proposals which meet its needs. The City of Burlington will evaluate proposals on various criteria including, but not limited to, the following: • Overall qualifications of the firm Technical competency of the personnel assigned to the project Samples of similar work projects Past records of performance as determined from all available information to include contacting former clients The ability to complete work on deadline Capability and experience communicating with the public, staff and elected officials Quality of the proposal Overall costs and fees to be charged Firm Profile Professional history of the firm and other team members and principals including their professional resumes. Include additional firm information to support your qualifications. List and provide examples of specific projects that are similar in size and scope. Identify the personnel, including the principal in charge, from your firm who will be performing this project and their responsibilities. References Provide a minimum of three (3) references, including appropriate contact 3.6 Cost Provide an hourly rate for City Prosecutor services, inclusive of all services to be provided. Please outline hourly fees for each attorney, other team member as assigned or other expenses. Please note there will be no reimbursement for travel time, meals, or mileage; these incidental costs should be included in the hourly rates. Please indicate the smallest increment of time used for billing purposes. Invoice for services provided on an hourly or cost-plus basis shall include details of the attorney(s) and support staff time and activity description. In the alternative, the firm may propose a flat all-inclusive monthly rate with add-ons or a combination for the Scope of Services. Contract Please attach a copy of your standard contract for these types of services in the email submitting the proposal.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Letter of Interest
- Standard contract
- Three references
- Firm profile and resumes
- Submit to
- City Administrator, 300 N. Pine Street, Burlington, WI 53105 or [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Burlington, WI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Burlington?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 2, 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: City Administrator, 300 N. Pine Street, Burlington, WI 53105 or [email protected]. For questions, contact Carina Walters.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Burlington in WI, 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 Carina Walters. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Submissions should include the following: Letter of Interest Provide a cover letter indicating your firm’s understanding of the requirements of this specific job proposal. The letter should be a brief formal letter from the prospective consultant that provides information regarding the firm’s intere. 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: "Overall qualifications of the firm, Technical competency of the personnel assigned to the project, Samples of similar work projects, Past records of performance, The ability to complete work on deadli..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Burlington?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Burlington are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Burlington 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: Letter of Interest, standard contract, three references, firm profile and resumes. Review the full document from City of Burlington for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Burlington, WI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.