DPS Board of Education GP-18 RFP Process for External Board Counsel 2026
Denver County School District 1School · Denver, CO- Due
- Jun 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 29, 2026
The 30-second brief
The DPS Board of Education is conducting a procurement process to engage external Board Counsel consistent with governance policy GP-18. The scope of work includes providing legal counsel and representation to the Board, with evaluation criteria and budget guidance finalized by the Board of Education. The timeline indicates the RFP was posted on June 8, 2026, with a vendor question deadline of June 18, 2026, and a final closing date of June 30, 2026. Following a recess in July, submissions are reviewed in August for completeness and alignment to approved criteria, leading to a Board vote on engagement scheduled for August 27, 2026.
Statement of Work, Vendor questions/clarifications, Vendor proposals
Completeness, alignment to approved criteria
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Summary
The DPS Board of Education is conducting a procurement process to engage external Board Counsel consistent with governance policy GP-18.
The scope of work includes providing legal counsel and representation to the Board, with evaluation criteria and budget guidance finalized by the Board of Education. The timeline indicates the RFP was posted on June 8, 2026, with a vendor question deadline of June 18, 2026, and a final closing date of June 30, 2026. Following a recess in July, submissions are reviewed in August for completeness and alignment to approved criteria, leading to a Board vote on engagement scheduled for August 27, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Completeness, alignment to approved criteria
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Statement of Work
- Vendor questions/clarifications
- Vendor proposals
- Reported agency
- DPS Board of Education
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Denver County School District 1?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 30, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Denver County School District 1 in CO, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statement of Work, Vendor questions/clarifications, Vendor proposals. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Completeness, alignment to approved criteria" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Denver County School District 1?
All active and historical solicitations from Denver County School District 1 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Denver County School District 1 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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. Review the full document from Denver County School District 1 for the complete list.