Pueblo County School District 70 - Independent Legal Counsel - RFP 2026-01
Pueblo County School District 70School · Pueblo, CO- Due
- Jul 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 16, 2026
The 30-second brief
Pueblo County School District 70 is soliciting proposals from qualified, licensed attorneys and law firms to provide independent legal counsel to the Board of Education under RFP #2026-01. The selected provider will advise the Board directly on governance, policy development, compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Law (OML) and Colorado Open Records Act (CORA), ethics, and Board operations. Key responsibilities include legal advice on fiduciary responsibilities, board meetings, superintendent employment contracts, executive sessions, and board training. Proposals are due by July 15, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. MDT, with questions due July 1, 2026. The contract start is anticipated for September 2026.
Qualifications & Relevant Experience 35%, Approach to Independent Board Counsel 25%, Cost Proposal / Value 20%, References & Past Performance 10%, Overall Fit & Responsiveness 10%
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Summary
Pueblo County School District 70 is soliciting proposals from qualified, licensed attorneys and law firms to provide independent legal counsel to the Board of Education under RFP #2026-01.
The selected provider will advise the Board directly on governance, policy development, compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Law (OML) and Colorado Open Records Act (CORA), ethics, and Board operations. Key responsibilities include legal advice on fiduciary responsibilities, board meetings, superintendent employment contracts, executive sessions, and board training. Proposals are due by July 15, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. MDT, with questions due July 1, 2026. The contract start is anticipated for September 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Qualifications & Relevant Experience 35%
- Approach to Independent Board Counsel 25%
- Cost Proposal / Value 20%
- References & Past Performance 10%
- Overall Fit & Responsiveness 10%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Cover Letter
- Firm / Attorney Profile
- Experience and References
- Cost Proposal
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure
- Insurance Certification
- Completed Submission Checklist
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Pueblo, CO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Pueblo County School District 70?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 15, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Pueblo County School District 70 in CO, 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.
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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 & Relevant Experience 35%, Approach to Independent Board Counsel 25%, Cost Proposal / Value 20%, References & Past Performance 10%, Overall Fit & Responsiveness 10%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Pueblo County School District 70?
All active and historical solicitations from Pueblo County School District 70 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Pueblo County School District 70 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: Cover Letter, Firm / Attorney Profile, Experience and References, Cost Proposal, Conflict of Interest Disclosure, Insurance Certification, Completed Submission Checklist. Review the full document from Pueblo County School District 70 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Pueblo, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.