County of Franklin, Maine Request for Proposals for Legal Services, 2026
Franklin CountyCounty · Franklin County, ME- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Nov 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Ccastonguay
- (207) 778-6614 ext 401
The 30-second brief
The County of Franklin, Maine seeks qualified legal firms to provide comprehensive legal services and act as legal counsel for county operations. Anticipated services include advising the County Administrator, Commissioners, and Human Resources, rendering legal opinions, attending Commissioner meetings, preparing legal instruments and contracts, reporting litigation, maintaining records, and counseling on public law. The contract term is three years with compensation primarily on an hourly basis or alternative arrangements. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, and evaluation is based on written proposals, qualifications, experience, client references, and fee structure.
Written proposal, firm's qualifications and experience, client references, overall fee structure
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Summary
The County of Franklin, Maine seeks qualified legal firms to provide comprehensive legal services and act as legal counsel for county operations.
Anticipated services include advising the County Administrator, Commissioners, and Human Resources, rendering legal opinions, attending Commissioner meetings, preparing legal instruments and contracts, reporting litigation, maintaining records, and counseling on public law. The contract term is three years with compensation primarily on an hourly basis or alternative arrangements. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, and evaluation is based on written proposals, qualifications, experience, client references, and fee structure.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Written proposal
- Firm's qualifications and experience
- Client references
- Overall fee structure
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Outline of the size and experience of the law firm, Resumes of legal staff with whom we will be working, An explanation of how your firm envisions the legal transfer of authority and responsibility in the absence or inability to act of the appointed County Attorney, An explanation of how the County will be billed for consultations between two attorneys who are both members of your legal firm, Listing of municipal and county clients and other references (with addresses and phone numbers), Professional Liability Insurance
REQUIRED STAFFING
4- Submit to
- County Administrator, 120 County Way, Suite 4, Farmington, Maine 04938
- Scope location
- Farmington, Maine
- Reported agency
- County of Franklin
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Franklin County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: County Administrator, 120 County Way, Suite 4, Farmington, Maine 04938. For questions, contact Ccastonguay.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Franklin County in ME, 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 Ccastonguay at (207) 778-6614 ext 401. 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: Town Attorney, Associate Attorney, Paralegal, Others. 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 proposal, firm's qualifications and experience, client references, overall fee structure" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Franklin County?
All active and historical solicitations from Franklin County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Franklin 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 November 30, 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: Outline of the size and experience of the law firm, Resumes of legal staff with whom we will be working, An explanation of how your firm envisions the legal transfer of authority and responsibility in. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Franklin 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: Farmington, Maine. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
