State of Connecticut Legal Services RFP 2026-03 Gun Violence Prevention and Firearms Industry Accountability
Connecticut Office of the Attorney General | State of ConnecticutState · Hartford, CT- Due
- Jul 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Eileen Meskill
The 30-second brief
The Connecticut Office of the Attorney General seeks pro bono legal services for investigations, litigation, and legislative proposals concerning gun violence prevention and firearms industry accountability. Proposals are due July 31, 2026.
Legal counsel, Investigation and research, Depositions, Discovery management, Pleadings and legal briefs, Mediation, Court appearances, Trial assistance
Ability to provide services, experience in gun violence prevention matters, qualifications of personnel, multi-state investigation experience, workforce diversity, cost
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Summary
The Connecticut Office of the Attorney General seeks pro bono legal services for investigations, litigation, and legislative proposals concerning gun violence prevention and firearms industry accountability. Proposals are due July 31, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Ability to provide services
- Experience in gun violence prevention matters
- Qualifications of personnel
- Multi-state investigation experience
- Workforce diversity
- Cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Legal counsel
- Investigation and research
- Depositions
- Discovery management
- Pleadings and legal briefs
- Mediation
- Court appearances
- Trial assistance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Campaign Contribution form
- Professional resumes
- Fee proposal
- Client references
REQUIRED STAFFING
4- Submit to
- [email protected]; [email protected]
- Scope location
- Hartford, CT
- Reported agency
- State of Connecticut Office of the Attorney General
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Connecticut Office of the Attorney General | State of Connecticut?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 31, 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: [email protected]; [email protected]. For questions, contact Eileen Meskill.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Connecticut Office of the Attorney General | State of Connecticut in CT, 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 Eileen Meskill. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Lead attorney, partners, associates, paralegals. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Legal counsel, Investigation and research, Depositions, Discovery management, Pleadings and legal briefs, Mediation, Court appearances, Trial assistance. 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: "Ability to provide services, experience in gun violence prevention matters, qualifications of personnel, multi-state investigation experience, workforce diversity, cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Campaign Contribution form, professional resumes, fee proposal, client references. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Connecticut Office of the Attorney General | State of Connecticut for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hartford, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.