Galveston Housing Authority RFP Comprehensive Legal Counsel Services 2026
Housing Authority of the city of GalvestonLocal Housing Authority · Galveston, TX- Due
- Jan 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Deyna Sims
- (409) 765-1900
The 30-second brief
The Galveston Housing Authority (GHA) is seeking proposals for comprehensive legal counsel services. The services required include acting as General Counsel, filing lawsuits, representing GHA in court, providing legal opinions, assisting with property acquisition/disposition, handling personnel matters, and liaising with HUD. The contract term is for two years with options to renew.
Comprehensive legal counsel services
Geographic Location and Accessibility, Past Performance or Similar Assignments, Management Plan and/or Approach, Project Manager, Key Personnel, Diversity of Staffing, Efforts to utilize Section 3, M/WBE, Cost, References
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Summary
The Galveston Housing Authority (GHA) is seeking proposals for comprehensive legal counsel services.
The services required include acting as General Counsel, filing lawsuits, representing GHA in court, providing legal opinions, assisting with property acquisition/disposition, handling personnel matters, and liaising with HUD. The contract term is for two years with options to renew.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Geographic Location and Accessibility
- Past Performance or Similar Assignments
- Management Plan and/or Approach
- Project Manager
- Key Personnel
- Diversity of Staffing
- Efforts to utilize Section 3
- M/WBE
- Cost
- References
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Comprehensive legal counsel services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Representations & Certifications/Instructions to Offerors (Forms HUD-5369-A and B)
- Certifications and Representations of Offerors (Form HUD-5369-C)
- Certification Regarding Debarment and Suspension
- Equal Employment Opportunity Certification (Form HUD-92010)
- Non-Collusive Affidavit
- Section 3 Clause
- Including MBE/WBE
- Certification of a Drug-Free Workplace (Form HUD –50070)
- Certifications of Payments to Influence Federal Transactions (Form HUD-50071)
- General Contract Conditions (Forms HUD-5370-C and C1)
- Submit to
- Galveston, TX
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Galveston, TX
- Reported agency
- Galveston Housing Authority
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Housing Authority of the city of Galveston?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 22, 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: Galveston, TX. For questions, contact Deyna Sims.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Housing Authority of the city of Galveston in TX, 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 Deyna Sims at (409) 765-1900. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Comprehensive legal counsel services. 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: "Geographic Location and Accessibility, Past Performance or Similar Assignments, Management Plan and/or Approach, Project Manager, Key Personnel, Diversity of Staffing, Efforts to utilize Section 3, M/..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Housing Authority of the city of Galveston?
All active and historical solicitations from Housing Authority of the city of Galveston are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Housing Authority of the city of Galveston 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Representations & Certifications/Instructions to Offerors (Forms HUD-5369-A and B), Certifications and Representations of Offerors (Form HUD-5369-C), Certification Regarding Debarment and Suspension,. Review the full document from Housing Authority of the city of Galveston for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Galveston, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.