Jefferson County Water Authority - General Legal Counsel Services - JCWA-2026-Legal-02 (2026)
Jefferson County Water AuthoritySpecial District · Festus, MO- Due
- Jul 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Miranda O’Haleck
The 30-second brief
The Jefferson County Water Authority (JCWA), located in Festus and Herculaneum, Missouri, is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from qualified law firms or licensed attorneys to provide ongoing general legal services on a retainer basis under a five-year professional services agreement. Scope of work encompasses governance and board counsel, contracts and procurement, regulatory and compliance with Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR), employment and personnel matters, real estate and easements, and litigation and risk management. Proposals require detailed fee proposals including hourly rates for partners, associates, and paralegals, along with firm qualifications, experience with Missouri public entities and water districts, and references. Proposals are due by July 31, 2026, at 4:30 PM, submitted electronically or delivered to 711 West Main Street, Festus, Missouri 63028.
General legal services, Governance and board counsel, Contracts and procurement review, Regulatory and compliance, Employment and personnel matters, Real estate and easements, Litigation and risk management
Relevant experience with public entities and utilities, understanding of Missouri water authority law, cost and fee structure, responsiveness and availability, references and reputation, willingness to enter into a five-year agreement
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Summary
The Jefferson County Water Authority (JCWA), located in Festus and Herculaneum, Missouri, is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from qualified law firms or licensed attorneys to provide ongoing general legal services on a retainer basis under a five-year professional services agreement.
Scope of work encompasses governance and board counsel, contracts and procurement, regulatory and compliance with Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR), employment and personnel matters, real estate and easements, and litigation and risk management. Proposals require detailed fee proposals including hourly rates for partners, associates, and paralegals, along with firm qualifications, experience with Missouri public entities and water districts, and references. Proposals are due by July 31, 2026, at 4:30 PM, submitted electronically or delivered to 711 West Main Street, Festus, Missouri 63028.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Relevant experience with public entities and utilities
- Understanding of Missouri water authority law
- Cost and fee structure
- Responsiveness and availability
- References and reputation
- Willingness to enter into a five-year agreement
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- General legal services
- Governance and board counsel
- Contracts and procurement review
- Regulatory and compliance
- Employment and personnel matters
- Real estate and easements
- Litigation and risk management
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Cover Letter
- Statement of Qualifications
- Detailed Fee Proposal
- Confirmation of five-year commitment
- References
- Insurance documentation
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- [email protected] / 711 West Main Street, Festus, Missouri 63028
- Scope location
- Festus, MO
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Jefferson County Water Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 31, 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: [email protected] / 711 West Main Street, Festus, Missouri 63028. For questions, contact Miranda O’Haleck.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Jefferson County Water Authority in MO, 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 Miranda O’Haleck. 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: Partner, Associate, Paralegal. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: General legal services, Governance and board counsel, Contracts and procurement review, Regulatory and compliance, Employment and personnel matters, Real estate and easements, Litigation and risk management. 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: "Relevant experience with public entities and utilities, understanding of Missouri water authority law, cost and fee structure, responsiveness and availability, references and reputation, willingness t..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Jefferson County Water Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Jefferson County Water Authority are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Jefferson County Water Authority 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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 Letter, Statement of Qualifications, Detailed Fee Proposal, Confirmation of five-year commitment, References, Insurance documentation. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Jefferson County Water Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Festus, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.