City of West Richland - City Attorney Legal Services RFP 2026-00001
City of West RichlandCity · West Richland, WA- Due
- Oct 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Stephanie Haug
- (509) 967-3431
The 30-second brief
The City of West Richland is seeking proposals from qualified law firms or individual attorneys to provide general municipal legal services on a contractual basis under solicitation 2026-00001. Services include advising City officials and staff, reviewing and preparing legal documents, drafting ordinances and resolutions, providing labor and employment law counsel, assisting with land use planning, Public Records Act and Open Public Meetings Act compliance, and representing the City in civil municipal matters and litigation. The initial contract term is three years with an option for renewal. Sealed proposals are due by 4:00 p.m. on October 21, 2026, and must be submitted to the City Clerk at 3100 Belmont Boulevard, Suite 100, West Richland, WA 99353. Respondents must provide proof of comprehensive general liability and professional errors and omissions coverage of at least $2,000,000 per occurrence. Evaluation criteria include qualifications and municipal experience, fee structure, service commitment and responsiveness, understanding of needs, and Washington municipal references.
Qualifications and municipal experience (25), Proposed fee structure and overall value (20), Service commitment and responsiveness (20), Understanding of needs and approach (20), Relevant Washington municipal references (10), Conflict-management approach (5)
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Summary
The City of West Richland is seeking proposals from qualified law firms or individual attorneys to provide general municipal legal services on a contractual basis under solicitation 2026-00001.
Services include advising City officials and staff, reviewing and preparing legal documents, drafting ordinances and resolutions, providing labor and employment law counsel, assisting with land use planning, Public Records Act and Open Public Meetings Act compliance, and representing the City in civil municipal matters and litigation. The initial contract term is three years with an option for renewal. Sealed proposals are due by 4:00 p.m. on October 21, 2026, and must be submitted to the City Clerk at 3100 Belmont Boulevard, Suite 100, West Richland, WA 99353. Respondents must provide proof of comprehensive general liability and professional errors and omissions coverage of at least $2,000,000 per occurrence. Evaluation criteria include qualifications and municipal experience, fee structure, service commitment and responsiveness, understanding of needs, and Washington municipal references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- RFP Certification
- Professional References
- Fee Proposal
- Statement of Contract Compliance
- Submit to
- Stephanie Haug, City Clerk, City of West Richland, 3100 Belmont Boulevard, Suite 100, West Richland, WA 99353
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- West Richland, WA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of West Richland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 21, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Stephanie Haug, City Clerk, City of West Richland, 3100 Belmont Boulevard, Suite 100, West Richland, WA 99353. For questions, contact Stephanie Haug.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of West Richland in WA, 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 Stephanie Haug at (509) 967-3431. 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 and municipal experience (25), Proposed fee structure and overall value (20), Service commitment and responsiveness (20), Understanding of needs and approach (20), Relevant Washington m..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of West Richland?
All active and historical solicitations from City of West Richland are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of West Richland 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.
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: RFP Certification, Professional References, Fee Proposal, Statement of Contract Compliance. Review the full document from City of West Richland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: West Richland, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.