City of Garden Legal Services RFQ 2026
City of GardenCity · Garden City, MI- Due
- Apr 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 20, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tim Gibbons
- (734) 793-1662
The 30-second brief
The City of Garden City is seeking proposals from qualified law firms and individual attorneys to provide specialized legal services. Services include municipal prosecutions, contract review and negotiation, real estate and land use advice, and attending city council meetings.
Overall qualifications, experience, and competence of staff; Experience doing similar work in organizations with comparable structure; Experience in working with and involving the public; Proposed compensation for services; References; Written and visual quality and accuracy of the proposal; Interview, if necessary.
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Summary
The City of Garden City is seeking proposals from qualified law firms and individual attorneys to provide specialized legal services. Services include municipal prosecutions, contract review and negotiation, real estate and land use advice, and attending city council meetings.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Overall qualifications, experience, and competence of staff
- Experience doing similar work in organizations with comparable structure
- Experience in working with and involving the public
- Proposed compensation for services
- References
- Written and visual quality and accuracy of the proposal
- Interview, if necessary
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Twelve (12) bound copies of the proposal, cover letter signed by entity's authorized officer(s)
- Submit to
- City of Garden City, City Clerk, 6000 Middlebelt Road, Garden City, Michigan 48135
- Scope location
- Garden City, Michigan
- Reported agency
- City of Garden City
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Garden?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 13, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Garden City, City Clerk, 6000 Middlebelt Road, Garden City, Michigan 48135. For questions, contact Tim Gibbons.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Garden in MI, 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 RFQ 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 Tim Gibbons at (734) 793-1662. 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: "Overall qualifications, experience, and competence of staff; Experience doing similar work in organizations with comparable structure; Experience in working with and involving the public; Proposed com..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Garden?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Garden are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Garden 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 RFQ?
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: Twelve (12) bound copies of the proposal, cover letter signed by entity's authorized officer(s). Review the full document from City of Garden for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Garden City, Michigan. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.