City of St. Joseph - Request for Proposal for City Attorney Services - 2026
City of St. JosephCity · St. Joseph, MI- Due
- Nov 16, 2026
- 19 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Emily Hackworth
- (269) 983-6325
The 30-second brief
The City of St. Joseph, Michigan seeks a qualified attorney or law firm to serve as its City Attorney, providing legal advice and representation on civil matters, drafting municipal documents, attending public board meetings, handling ordinance prosecutions, and assisting with labor and employment issues. The initial contract term is two years with the option to renew for three additional one-year terms. Proposals are due by November 16, 2026, at 3:15 PM and must be mailed or delivered to the City Clerk at 700 Broad Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085. Evaluation criteria include previous relevant experience, qualifications, service approach, availability, response time, references, and cost.
Previous relevant experience, Qualifications, Service approach, availability, and response time, References, Cost
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Summary
The City of St.
Joseph, Michigan seeks a qualified attorney or law firm to serve as its City Attorney, providing legal advice and representation on civil matters, drafting municipal documents, attending public board meetings, handling ordinance prosecutions, and assisting with labor and employment issues. The initial contract term is two years with the option to renew for three additional one-year terms. Proposals are due by November 16, 2026, at 3:15 PM and must be mailed or delivered to the City Clerk at 700 Broad Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085. Evaluation criteria include previous relevant experience, qualifications, service approach, availability, response time, references, and cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Previous relevant experience
- Qualifications
- Service approach
- Availability
- Response time
- References
- Cost
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Cover letter
- Firm profile
- Attorneys assigned
- Municipal experience
- Service approach
- Conflicts of interest
- Professional liability insurance
- Disciplinary history
- References
- Fee proposal
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- Mail or deliver to the City of St. Joseph City Clerk, 700 Broad Street, St. Joseph, Michigan 49085
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- St. Joseph, Michigan
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of St. Joseph?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 16, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Mail or deliver to the City of St. Joseph City Clerk, 700 Broad Street, St. Joseph, Michigan 49085. For questions, contact Emily Hackworth.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of St. Joseph 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 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 Emily Hackworth at (269) 983-6325. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: attorney, paralegal, staff-level 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: "Previous relevant experience, Qualifications, Service approach, availability, and response time, References, Cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of St. Joseph?
All active and historical solicitations from City of St. Joseph are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of St. Joseph 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 16, 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: Cover letter, Firm profile, Attorneys assigned, Municipal experience, Service approach, Conflicts of interest, Professional liability insurance, Disciplinary history, References, Fee proposal. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of St. Joseph for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: St. Joseph, Michigan. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.