City of Chester - Legal Services Request for Proposal for Pension Plans - 2026
Chester City Paid Firemens Pension FundCity Department · Chester, PA- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 8 days left
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Caryn Thompson
The 30-second brief
The City of Chester Aggregated Pension Board is soliciting proposals from qualified law firms to provide comprehensive third class city municipal pension services in support of three pension plans maintained by the Board: the Police Pension Fund, Paid Firemen's Pension Fund, and Officers & Employees Retirement System. Services include preparation of plan documents, determining benefit eligibility and calculations, legal matters associated with the investment of pension funds, interpreting relevant acts including Act 205, Third Class City Code, and Act 44, responding to benefit claims, and liaising with the IRS and Pennsylvania pension regulatory agencies. Responses are due by 4:00 PM on November 20, 2026, submitted via email to Caryn Thompson or in person at 1 Fourth Street, Chester, PA 19013. Questions are due by November 6, 2026. The initial contract term is three years commencing approximately January 1, 2027.
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Summary
The City of Chester Aggregated Pension Board is soliciting proposals from qualified law firms to provide comprehensive third class city municipal pension services in support of three pension plans maintained by the Board: the Police Pension Fund, Paid Firemen's Pension Fund, and Officers & Employees Retirement System.
Services include preparation of plan documents, determining benefit eligibility and calculations, legal matters associated with the investment of pension funds, interpreting relevant acts including Act 205, Third Class City Code, and Act 44, responding to benefit claims, and liaising with the IRS and Pennsylvania pension regulatory agencies. Responses are due by 4:00 PM on November 20, 2026, submitted via email to Caryn Thompson or in person at 1 Fourth Street, Chester, PA 19013. Questions are due by November 6, 2026. The initial contract term is three years commencing approximately January 1, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Qualifications
- Experience
- Expertise
- Fees
- Required disclosures
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Formal Act 44 disclosure documentation
- Submit to
- [email protected] or 1 Fourth Street, Chester, PA 19013
- Scope location
- Chester, PA
- Reported agency
- City of Chester
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Chester City Paid Firemens Pension Fund?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] or 1 Fourth Street, Chester, PA 19013. For questions, contact Caryn Thompson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Chester City Paid Firemens Pension Fund in PA, 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 Caryn Thompson. 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, experience, expertise, fees, required disclosures" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Chester City Paid Firemens Pension Fund?
All active and historical solicitations from Chester City Paid Firemens Pension Fund are tracked and searchable. As a city department agency, Chester City Paid Firemens Pension Fund 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Formal Act 44 disclosure documentation. Review the full document from Chester City Paid Firemens Pension Fund for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chester, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.