Mason County Public Defense Services RFP 2026
Mason CountyCounty · Shelton, WA- Due
- May 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 31, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Travis Adams
The 30-second brief
Mason County is soliciting proposals from qualified attorneys, private law firms, nonprofit entities, and public agencies to provide public defense services for indigent criminal defendants. The scope includes full legal representation at all stages of criminal proceedings and conflict counsel. Proposals are due by May 5, 2026.
Public defense services, Attorney/firm information, Proposed delivery of services, Contract performance details, Proposed compensation, Insurance.
Qualifications and reputation of proposed attorneys, demonstrated experience providing public defense services, history of successfully fulfilling contracts, compliance with Washington State Bar Association and Supreme Court Standards, quality, completeness, and clarity of proposal, proposed compensation structure and overall value.
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Summary
Mason County is soliciting proposals from qualified attorneys, private law firms, nonprofit entities, and public agencies to provide public defense services for indigent criminal defendants.
The scope includes full legal representation at all stages of criminal proceedings and conflict counsel. Proposals are due by May 5, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Qualifications and reputation of proposed attorneys
- Demonstrated experience providing public defense services
- History of successfully fulfilling contracts
- Compliance with Washington State Bar Association and Supreme Court Standards
- Quality
- Completeness
- Clarity of proposal
- Proposed compensation structure and overall value
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Public defense services
- Attorney/firm information
- Proposed delivery of services
- Contract performance details
- Proposed compensation
- Insurance
- Submit to
- 411 N 5th Street, Shelton, WA 98584 or [email protected]
- Scope location
- Mason County, Washington
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Mason County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 5, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 411 N 5th Street, Shelton, WA 98584 or [email protected]. For questions, contact Travis Adams.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Mason County in WA, 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 Travis Adams. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Public defense services, Attorney/firm information, Proposed delivery of services, Contract performance details, Proposed compensation, Insurance.. 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: "Qualifications and reputation of proposed attorneys, demonstrated experience providing public defense services, history of successfully fulfilling contracts, compliance with Washington State Bar Assoc..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mason County?
All active and historical solicitations from Mason County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Mason 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 3 years. 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. Review the full document from Mason 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: Mason County, Washington. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.