City of Lincoln Indigent Defense Counsel Services RFP 2026
City of LincolnCity · Lincoln, ND- Due
- Jul 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
The 30-second brief
The City of Lincoln, North Dakota, is soliciting proposals from qualified attorneys and law firms to serve as Indigent Defense Counsel for the Lincoln Municipal Court. The selected provider will represent indigent defendants in approximately 100-200 criminal cases annually, including potential transfers to District Court. Scope of work includes investigation, motion filing, trial representation, appeals to the North Dakota Supreme Court, and client interviews within 72 hours of appointment. Applicants must be licensed in North Dakota and provide professional liability insurance of $500,000 per claim. Proposals are due by 5:00 P.M. on July 17, 2026, and must include a fee structure, resumes, and at least five client references.
Written proposals, qualifications and experience, criminal defense legal services offered, oral presentation, overall fee structure
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Summary
The City of Lincoln, North Dakota, is soliciting proposals from qualified attorneys and law firms to serve as Indigent Defense Counsel for the Lincoln Municipal Court.
The selected provider will represent indigent defendants in approximately 100-200 criminal cases annually, including potential transfers to District Court. Scope of work includes investigation, motion filing, trial representation, appeals to the North Dakota Supreme Court, and client interviews within 72 hours of appointment. Applicants must be licensed in North Dakota and provide professional liability insurance of $500,000 per claim. Proposals are due by 5:00 P.M. on July 17, 2026, and must include a fee structure, resumes, and at least five client references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Written proposals
- Qualifications and experience
- Criminal defense legal services offered
- Oral presentation
- Overall fee structure
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Resumes
- List of services and fees
- Five client references
- Evidence of professional liability insurance
REQUIRED STAFFING
Contract Attorney
- Submit to
- City of Lincoln administrative office
- Scope location
- Lincoln, ND
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Lincoln?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 17, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Lincoln administrative office.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Lincoln in ND, 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: Contract 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: "Written proposals, qualifications and experience, criminal defense legal services offered, oral presentation, overall fee structure" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Lincoln?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Lincoln are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Lincoln 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: resumes, list of services and fees, five client references, evidence of professional liability insurance. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Lincoln for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lincoln, ND. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.