Illinois State Board of Education SBE-AU14-Real Estate Attorney RFQ 2026 - 26-586SBE-FINAN-B-52883
Illinois State Board of Education | State of IllinoisState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Jun 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ally Cooper
- (217) 785-8777
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Summary
Illinois State Board of Education seeks a qualified commercial real estate attorney or law firm to provide external legal counsel and services for the potential acquisition of commercial property in or near Springfield, IL. The selected vendor will serve as outside counsel, review title commitments, easements, and liens, review zoning, land use, and permitting requirements, review environmental assessments (Phase I and II), negotiate lease agreements, draft and negotiate purchase agreements and closing documents, and provide closing and post-closing legal support.
The submission deadline is June 17, 2026. Compensation will be based on hourly rates for legal services rendered.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Proof of licensure to practice law in the State of Illinois, Resume(s) of attorney(s), Summary of relevant commercial real estate experience, Proposed hourly rates and fee structure, Disclosure of any additional costs or expenses
REQUIRED STAFFING
attorneys, staff
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Springfield, IL
- Reported agency
- Illinois State Board of Education
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Illinois State Board of Education | State of Illinois?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 17, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Ally Cooper.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Illinois State Board of Education | State of Illinois in IL, 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 Ally Cooper at (217) 785-8777. 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: attorneys, staff. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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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: Proof of licensure to practice law in the State of Illinois, Resume(s) of attorney(s), Summary of relevant commercial real estate experience, Proposed hourly rates and fee structure, Disclosure of any. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Illinois State Board of Education | State of Illinois for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Springfield, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.