Frederick County Legal Services for the Department of Social Services (DSS) 2026 - Project 26-604
Frederick CountyCounty · Frederick County, MD- Due
- May 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Sandra Grello
- (301) 514-5682
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Frederick County is soliciting a legal firm to provide representation and consultation services for the local Department of Social Services (DSS) as mandated by Maryland Code. The selected firm will handle matters involving child protective services, in-home preservation, and adult protective services. Responsibilities include composing and filing petitions for guardianship (person, property, medical, emergency) and appearing for court proceedings related to Children in Need of Assistance (CINA) and Termination of Parental Rights (TPR). Submissions are due by May 6, 2026, at 12 East Church Street, Frederick, MD. A notice of interest is required by April 15, 2026. Contact Sandra Grello at (301) 514-5682 for inquiries.
Petitions for guardianship, Legal representation, Consultation services
SUMMARY
Frederick County is soliciting a legal firm to provide representation and consultation services for the local Department of Social Services (DSS) as mandated by Maryland Code.
The selected firm will handle matters involving child protective services, in-home preservation, and adult protective services. Responsibilities include composing and filing petitions for guardianship (person, property, medical, emergency) and appearing for court proceedings related to Children in Need of Assistance (CINA) and Termination of Parental Rights (TPR). Submissions are due by May 6, 2026, at 12 East Church Street, Frederick, MD. A notice of interest is required by April 15, 2026. Contact Sandra Grello at (301) 514-5682 for inquiries.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Petitions for guardianship
- Legal representation
- Consultation services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Maryland Code and Court Rules compliance
- Submit to
- 12 East Church Street, Frederick, MD, 21701
- Scope location
- Frederick, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Quote from Frederick County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 12 East Church Street, Frederick, MD, 21701. For questions, contact Sandra Grello.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including Frederick County in MD, 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 Quote 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 Sandra Grello at (301) 514-5682. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Petitions for guardianship, Legal representation, Consultation services. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this Quote?
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: Maryland Code and Court Rules compliance. Review the full document from Frederick 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: Frederick, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.