Josephine County, OR Request for Proposals - Attorney Services (Local Government Law) 2026
Josephine CountyCounty · Grants Pass, OR- Due
- Oct 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Wally Hicks
- (541) 474-5226
The 30-second brief
Josephine County seeks proposals from qualified attorneys actively licensed in Oregon to provide local government law legal services, excluding land use, planning, building, solid waste code enforcement, human resources, personnel, employment, and labor. Services include answering questions of law, providing legal advice to elected and appointed County personnel, remotely attending meetings, preparing and reviewing ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and deeds, and advising the Airports Department. Proposals must include background and experience, cost proposals (flat rate monthly fee or hourly rate), availability, references, and a Reference Release Form (Exhibit A). Evaluation factors consist of Response to Request for Proposal (60%), Responsibility/Reputation of Proposer (20%), and Cost Proposal (20%). Proposals are due by October 12, 2026, and the selection will occur on or after October 15, 2026.
Response to Request for Proposal (60%), Responsibility (Reputation) of Proposer (20%), Cost Proposal (20%)
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Summary
Josephine County seeks proposals from qualified attorneys actively licensed in Oregon to provide local government law legal services, excluding land use, planning, building, solid waste code enforcement, human resources, personnel, employment, and labor.
Services include answering questions of law, providing legal advice to elected and appointed County personnel, remotely attending meetings, preparing and reviewing ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and deeds, and advising the Airports Department. Proposals must include background and experience, cost proposals (flat rate monthly fee or hourly rate), availability, references, and a Reference Release Form (Exhibit A). Evaluation factors consist of Response to Request for Proposal (60%), Responsibility/Reputation of Proposer (20%), and Cost Proposal (20%). Proposals are due by October 12, 2026, and the selection will occur on or after October 15, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Reference Release Form (Exhibit A)
- Signed Reference Release Form
- Cost Proposal
- Submit to
- [email protected] or Office of Legal Counsel, Josephine County, 500 NW 6th Street, Dept. 13, Grants Pass, Oregon 97526
- Scope location
- Grants Pass, OR
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Josephine County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 12, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] or Office of Legal Counsel, Josephine County, 500 NW 6th Street, Dept. 13, Grants Pass, Oregon 97526. For questions, contact Wally Hicks.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Josephine County in OR, 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 Wally Hicks at (541) 474-5226. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Response to Request for Proposal (60%), Responsibility (Reputation) of Proposer (20%), Cost Proposal (20%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Josephine County?
All active and historical solicitations from Josephine County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Josephine County 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Reference Release Form (Exhibit A), Signed Reference Release Form, Cost Proposal. Review the full document from Josephine 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: Grants Pass, OR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.