City of Half Moon Bay RFP - Interim City Attorney Services 2025
City of Half Moon BayCity · Half Moon Bay, CA- Due
- Nov 10, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 24, 2025
The 30-second brief
The City of Half Moon Bay is soliciting proposals from qualified law firms to provide Interim City Attorney Services. The selected firm will provide a wide range of municipal legal services, including expertise in open meeting laws, housing law, contracts, planning and land use, the California Coastal Act, CEQA, real estate, revenue laws, the Public Records Act, personnel management, and code enforcement. Desirable experience includes labor law, tort defense, workers' compensation, and water/wastewater law, particularly for cities in the California Coastal Zone. Requirements include active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California. Proposals are due by November 10, 2025.
Experience advising California municipalities, experience in California Coastal Zone, knowledge of municipal law
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Summary
The City of Half Moon Bay is soliciting proposals from qualified law firms to provide Interim City Attorney Services.
The selected firm will provide a wide range of municipal legal services, including expertise in open meeting laws, housing law, contracts, planning and land use, the California Coastal Act, CEQA, real estate, revenue laws, the Public Records Act, personnel management, and code enforcement. Desirable experience includes labor law, tort defense, workers' compensation, and water/wastewater law, particularly for cities in the California Coastal Zone. Requirements include active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California. Proposals are due by November 10, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Experience advising California municipalities
- Experience in California Coastal Zone
- Knowledge of municipal law
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://halfmoonbay.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7672, www.halfmoonbay.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7694/RFP-Response-to-Consultant-Quest...
REQUIRED STAFFING
City Attorney
- Scope location
- Half Moon Bay, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Half Moon Bay?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Half Moon Bay in CA, 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.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: City Attorney. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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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: "Experience advising California municipalities, experience in California Coastal Zone, knowledge of municipal law" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Half Moon Bay?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Half Moon Bay are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Half Moon Bay 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: https://halfmoonbay.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7672, www.halfmoonbay.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7694/RFP-Response-to-Consultant-Quest.... Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Half Moon Bay for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Half Moon Bay, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.