County of Napa - Conflict Public Defender Services - RFQ Number CPD102601 (2026)
Napa CountyCounty · Napa, CA- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 3 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Erin Cossen
- (707) 253-4520
The 30-second brief
The County of Napa is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to solicit statements of qualification (SOQs) from qualified attorneys and law firms to provide general and complex criminal legal defense services as Conflict Public Defenders (CPD). The selected attorney or firm will perform duties of a public defender described in California Government Code Section 27700 for indigent adult persons when the Napa County Public Defender has declared a conflict of interest or is otherwise unavailable. The contract includes an initial term from January 1, 2027 through June 30, 2027, with base compensation of $19,857 per month and potential extra compensation for Class 1 and Class 2 cases. Submissions are due by November 6, 2026, at 5:00 pm via the county's e-procurement portal.
Eligibility/Required Qualifications (50%), Responsiveness of SOQ (35%), Business Model (15%), Interview (10 points)
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Summary
The County of Napa is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to solicit statements of qualification (SOQs) from qualified attorneys and law firms to provide general and complex criminal legal defense services as Conflict Public Defenders (CPD).
The selected attorney or firm will perform duties of a public defender described in California Government Code Section 27700 for indigent adult persons when the Napa County Public Defender has declared a conflict of interest or is otherwise unavailable. The contract includes an initial term from January 1, 2027 through June 30, 2027, with base compensation of $19,857 per month and potential extra compensation for Class 1 and Class 2 cases. Submissions are due by November 6, 2026, at 5:00 pm via the county's e-procurement portal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Cover Page and Company Information
- COMPANY HISTORY
- EXPERIENCE
- QUALIFICATIONS
- APPROACH TO SCOPE OF WORK
- References
- Disclosures
- Required Declaration
- Professional Services Agreement acceptance or exception
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/countyofnapa
- Duration
- 6 months
- Scope location
- Napa, CA
- Reported agency
- County of Napa
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Napa County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/countyofnapa. For questions, contact Erin Cossen.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Napa 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 RFQ 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 Erin Cossen at (707) 253-4520. 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: "Eligibility/Required Qualifications (50%), Responsiveness of SOQ (35%), Business Model (15%), Interview (10 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Napa County?
All active and historical solicitations from Napa County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Napa 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 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 RFQ?
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 Page and Company Information, COMPANY HISTORY, EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, and APPROACH TO SCOPE OF WORK, References, Disclosures, Required Declaration, Professional Services Agreement acceptanc. Review the full document from Napa 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: Napa, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.