County of Alameda Legal Research Services for Justice-Involved Individuals - RFP 902754 (2026)
Alameda CountyCounty · Oakland, CA- Due
- Dec 15, 2026
- 30 days left
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- C. Chan
- (510) 208-9623
The 30-second brief
County of Alameda seeks proposals for legal research services for justice-involved individuals at Santa Rita Jail under RFP 902754. The scope includes two components: Component A (Physical Legal Services for approximately 5,000 annual requests) and Component B (Digital Legal Services via kiosk or tablet system with at least 99% availability). The contract term is three years with an option to renew for two additional years. Proposals are due by December 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM and must be submitted through the County of Alameda Procurement Portal. A mandatory or recommended bidders conference is scheduled for November 19, 2026, and written questions are due by November 20, 2026. Evaluation criteria include cost, description of proposed services, methodology, relevant experience, references, and vendor interviews, alongside SLEB local preferences.
Cost (20 Points), Description of Proposed Services (25 Points), Methodology (25 Points), Relevant Experience (20 Points), References (10 Points), Vendor Interview
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Summary
County of Alameda seeks proposals for legal research services for justice-involved individuals at Santa Rita Jail under RFP 902754.
The scope includes two components: Component A (Physical Legal Services for approximately 5,000 annual requests) and Component B (Digital Legal Services via kiosk or tablet system with at least 99% availability). The contract term is three years with an option to renew for two additional years. Proposals are due by December 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM and must be submitted through the County of Alameda Procurement Portal. A mandatory or recommended bidders conference is scheduled for November 19, 2026, and written questions are due by November 20, 2026. Evaluation criteria include cost, description of proposed services, methodology, relevant experience, references, and vendor interviews, alongside SLEB local preferences.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Exhibit A - Bid Response Packet
- Bidder Acceptance
- Debarment and Suspension Certification
- Small Local Emerging Business (SLEB) Information Sheet
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/acgov
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Oakland, CA
- Reported agency
- County of Alameda
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Alameda County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 15, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/acgov. For questions, contact C. Chan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Alameda County 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.
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 C. Chan at (510) 208-9623. 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: "Cost (20 Points), Description of Proposed Services (25 Points), Methodology (25 Points), Relevant Experience (20 Points), References (10 Points), Vendor Interview" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Alameda County?
All active and historical solicitations from Alameda County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Alameda County 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 15, 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: Exhibit A - Bid Response Packet, Bidder Acceptance, Debarment and Suspension Certification, Small Local Emerging Business (SLEB) Information Sheet. Review the full document from Alameda County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Oakland, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
