City of Canby Request for Proposal - Municipal Court Public Defender Attorney 2026
City of CanbyCity · Canby, OR- Due
- Sep 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Jessica Roberts
The 30-second brief
The City of Canby is seeking proposals from an attorney licensed in Oregon to serve as one of the City's Municipal Court public defense attorneys, providing effective legal representation for indigent defendants charged with misdemeanor crimes. The attorney will appear in Canby Municipal Court on behalf of appointed clients, handle an estimated average of 20 new misdemeanor cases monthly, meet with clients at the attorney's office, and visit in-custody clients at the Clackamas County Jail. Court is in session the first and third Tuesday of every month. The monthly fee offered is $1,800. Minimum requirements include two years of criminal defense experience, an active Oregon law license, professional liability coverage, and a bona fide principal office in Oregon. Proposals are due by 5:00 P.M. on September 28, 2026, submitted via email to [email protected] or delivered to the Canby Municipal Court.
Qualifications of the specific proposer, history of successfully fulfilling contracts of this type, experience with similar work, ability and history of meeting deadlines, professional references, completeness of the written proposal
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Summary
The City of Canby is seeking proposals from an attorney licensed in Oregon to serve as one of the City's Municipal Court public defense attorneys, providing effective legal representation for indigent defendants charged with misdemeanor crimes.
The attorney will appear in Canby Municipal Court on behalf of appointed clients, handle an estimated average of 20 new misdemeanor cases monthly, meet with clients at the attorney's office, and visit in-custody clients at the Clackamas County Jail. Court is in session the first and third Tuesday of every month. The monthly fee offered is $1,800. Minimum requirements include two years of criminal defense experience, an active Oregon law license, professional liability coverage, and a bona fide principal office in Oregon. Proposals are due by 5:00 P.M. on September 28, 2026, submitted via email to [email protected] or delivered to the Canby Municipal Court.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Qualifications of the specific proposer
- History of successfully fulfilling contracts of this type
- Experience with similar work
- Ability and history of meeting deadlines
- Professional references
- Completeness of the written proposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Cover letter
- Resume
- Description of case types
- Policy guidelines
- Statement regarding bar discipline or malpractice actions
- Copy of Oregon State Bar license
- Certificate of Good Standing
- Submit to
- [email protected] / Canby Municipal Court, 222 NE 2nd Avenue, PO Box 930, Canby, OR 97013
- Scope location
- Canby, OR
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Canby?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 28, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] / Canby Municipal Court, 222 NE 2nd Avenue, PO Box 930, Canby, OR 97013. For questions, contact Jessica Roberts.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Canby in OR, 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 Jessica Roberts. 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: "Qualifications of the specific proposer, history of successfully fulfilling contracts of this type, experience with similar work, ability and history of meeting deadlines, professional references, com..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Canby?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Canby are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Canby 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: cover letter, resume, description of case types, policy guidelines, statement regarding bar discipline or malpractice actions, copy of Oregon State Bar license, Certificate of Good Standing. Review the full document from City of Canby for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Canby, OR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.