Kings River Conservation District General Counsel Legal Services RFQ
Kings River Conservation DistrictSpecial District · Fresno, CA- Due
- Feb 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- David Merritt
- 1-559-237-5567
The 30-second brief
Kings River Conservation District (KRCD) is soliciting qualifications from experienced law firms and attorneys to provide General Counsel Legal Services. The selected firm or attorney will serve as legal advisor to the Board of Directors, executive leadership, and staff. The RFQ outlines the scope of services, minimum qualifications, submittal requirements, and evaluation criteria.
Relevant experience and qualifications, Knowledge of applicable laws and public agency governance, Quality of proposed approach, Experience of assigned personnel, Fee structure and value, References and past performance, Potential conflicts of interest
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Summary
Kings River Conservation District (KRCD) is soliciting qualifications from experienced law firms and attorneys to provide General Counsel Legal Services.
The selected firm or attorney will serve as legal advisor to the Board of Directors, executive leadership, and staff. The RFQ outlines the scope of services, minimum qualifications, submittal requirements, and evaluation criteria.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Relevant experience and qualifications
- Knowledge of applicable laws and public agency governance
- Quality of proposed approach
- Experience of assigned personnel
- Fee structure and value
- References and past performance
- Potential conflicts of interest
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Cover Letter
- Firm/Attorney Profile
- Qualifications & Experience
- Key Personnel
- Approach to Scope of Services
- Fee Structure
- References
- Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest
- Proposed Form of Legal Services Agreement
- Submit to
- [email protected]
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Kings River Conservation District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 27, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact David Merritt.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Kings River Conservation District in CA, 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 David Merritt at 1-559-237-5567. 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: "Relevant experience and qualifications, Knowledge of applicable laws and public agency governance, Quality of proposed approach, Experience of assigned personnel, Fee structure and value, References a..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kings River Conservation District?
All active and historical solicitations from Kings River Conservation District are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Kings River Conservation District 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 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, Firm/Attorney Profile, Qualifications & Experience, Key Personnel, Approach to Scope of Services, Fee Structure, References, Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest, Proposed Form of Legal S. Review the full document from Kings River Conservation District for the complete list.