Lincoln County Request for Proposal Indigent Defense Services 2026
Lincoln CountyCounty · Canton, SD- Due
- Jul 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
Lincoln County is requesting competitive proposals for indigent defense services to fulfill statutory obligations under SDCL 23A-40-7. The selected firm will handle a maximum of 1,000 total files, including 500 felonies and 500 misdemeanors (up to Class 2 felonies). Services will primarily be located in Canton, South Dakota, or the Minnehaha County Jail for in-custody clients. The contract term is for one year commencing January 1, 2027, with two optional one-year extensions. Proposals must include attorney resumes, proof of South Dakota licensure, professional references, and a fee structure. Submissions are due to the Lincoln County Auditor's Office by July 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time.
Statement of Account for each client, Monthly and annual case load reports, Itemized expense summaries
Completeness of proposal, qualifications of individuals, history of fulfilling similar contracts, experience, competitiveness of fee structure
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Summary
Lincoln County is requesting competitive proposals for indigent defense services to fulfill statutory obligations under SDCL 23A-40-7.
The selected firm will handle a maximum of 1,000 total files, including 500 felonies and 500 misdemeanors (up to Class 2 felonies). Services will primarily be located in Canton, South Dakota, or the Minnehaha County Jail for in-custody clients. The contract term is for one year commencing January 1, 2027, with two optional one-year extensions. Proposals must include attorney resumes, proof of South Dakota licensure, professional references, and a fee structure. Submissions are due to the Lincoln County Auditor's Office by July 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Completeness of proposal
- Qualifications of individuals
- History of fulfilling similar contracts
- Experience
- Competitiveness of fee structure
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Statement of Account for each client
- Monthly and annual case load reports
- Itemized expense summaries
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Attorney resumes
- Professional references
- Proof of insurance
- Statement of licensure
REQUIRED STAFFING
attorney
- Submit to
- Lincoln County Auditor's Office 104 N. Main, Ste. 110 Canton, SD 57013
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Canton, SD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lincoln County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 8, 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: Lincoln County Auditor's Office 104 N. Main, Ste. 110 Canton, SD 57013.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lincoln County in SD, 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.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: attorney. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statement of Account for each client, Monthly and annual case load reports, Itemized expense summaries. 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: "Completeness of proposal, qualifications of individuals, history of fulfilling similar contracts, experience, competitiveness of fee structure" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lincoln County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lincoln County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lincoln County 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 1 year. 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: attorney resumes, professional references, proof of insurance, statement of licensure. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Lincoln 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: Canton, SD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.