Steel Valley School District School District Legal Services RFP 2026
- Due
- Aug 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Brian Plichta
The 30-second brief
Steel Valley School District is seeking proposals for comprehensive legal services, including general counsel, special education, and labor relations. Proposals are due by August 3, 2026, for a contract starting in September.
List of current clients, List of terminated clients, List of offices and staffing, Proposed fee structure, Public School Client Recommendation List, Fee Structure form, Equal Employment Opportunity agreement, Statement of Ownership, Hold Harmless agreement, Non-Collusion Certification, Political Contribution Disclosure Form
Demonstrated experience with PA K-12 districts, Availability of staff for meetings, Recommendations from five clients, Fee proposal
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Summary
Steel Valley School District is seeking proposals for comprehensive legal services, including general counsel, special education, and labor relations. Proposals are due by August 3, 2026, for a contract starting in September.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Demonstrated experience with PA K-12 districts
- Availability of staff for meetings
- Recommendations from five clients
- Fee proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- List of current clients
- List of terminated clients
- List of offices and staffing
- Proposed fee structure
- Public School Client Recommendation List
- Fee Structure form
- Equal Employment Opportunity agreement
- Statement of Ownership
- Hold Harmless agreement
- Non-Collusion Certification
- Political Contribution Disclosure Form
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Public School Client Recommendation List
- Fee Structure
- Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action
- Statement of Ownership
- Hold Harmless/Indemnification Agreement
- Non-Collusion Certification
- Political Contribution Disclosure Form
REQUIRED STAFFING
Paralegals, Associates
- Submit to
- 3113 Main Street, Munhall, PA 15120
- Scope location
- Munhall, PA
- Reported agency
- Steel Valley School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Steel Valley SD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 3, 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: 3113 Main Street, Munhall, PA 15120. For questions, contact Brian Plichta.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Steel Valley SD in PA, 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 Brian Plichta. 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: Paralegals, Associates. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: List of current clients, List of terminated clients, List of offices and staffing, Proposed fee structure, Public School Client Recommendation List, Fee Structure form, Equal Employment Opportunity agreement, Statement of Ownership, Hold Harmless agreement, Non-Collusion Certification, Political Con. 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: "Demonstrated experience with PA K-12 districts, Availability of staff for meetings, Recommendations from five clients, Fee proposal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Steel Valley SD?
All active and historical solicitations from Steel Valley SD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Steel Valley SD 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: Public School Client Recommendation List, Fee Structure, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action, Statement of Ownership, Hold Harmless/Indemnification Agreement, Non-Collusion Certificati. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Steel Valley SD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Munhall, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.