Taos Municipal Schools Legal Services for Social Media Litigation RFP No. 26-003-LEGAL 2026
Taos Municipal SchoolsSchool · Taos, NM- Due
- Jun 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 7, 2026
- Primary contact
- Nicole Rael
- (575) 758-5212
The 30-second brief
Taos Municipal Schools District (TMSD) is seeking a law firm to act as Special Legal Counsel to provide advice and legal representation in connection with investigation and possible litigation involving the targeting of social media toward students and its effects on the student population. The district anticipates seeking monetary compensation and injunctive relief. The selected contractor will be retained on a contingency fee basis, responsible for advancing all costs including expert fees. Proposals must be submitted in both hard copy and electronic formats by June 22, 2026. A non-mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for June 18, 2026, at the TMSD Administration Building and virtually.
Legal advice, Investigation, Litigation representation, Expert coordination
Experience and Qualifications of proposed team, Dedicated onsite FTE proposed, Demonstrated efficacy addressing help tickets, Value add ons, Comprehensiveness of Proposal, Cost
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Summary
Taos Municipal Schools District (TMSD) is seeking a law firm to act as Special Legal Counsel to provide advice and legal representation in connection with investigation and possible litigation involving the targeting of social media toward students and its effects on the student population.
The district anticipates seeking monetary compensation and injunctive relief. The selected contractor will be retained on a contingency fee basis, responsible for advancing all costs including expert fees. Proposals must be submitted in both hard copy and electronic formats by June 22, 2026. A non-mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for June 18, 2026, at the TMSD Administration Building and virtually.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Experience and Qualifications of proposed team
- Dedicated onsite FTE proposed
- Demonstrated efficacy addressing help tickets
- Value add ons
- Comprehensiveness of Proposal
- Cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Legal advice
- Investigation
- Litigation representation
- Expert coordination
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Letter of Transmittal Form
- Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form
- Statement of Compliance
- Conflict of Interest
- Preference Certification
- Submit to
- Taos Municipal Schools Administration Building, 310 Camino de La Placita, Taos, NM 87571
- Scope location
- Taos, NM
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Taos Municipal Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 22, 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: Taos Municipal Schools Administration Building, 310 Camino de La Placita, Taos, NM 87571. For questions, contact Nicole Rael.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Taos Municipal Schools in NM, 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 Nicole Rael at (575) 758-5212. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Legal advice, Investigation, Litigation representation, Expert coordination. 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: "Experience and Qualifications of proposed team, Dedicated onsite FTE proposed, Demonstrated efficacy addressing help tickets, Value add ons, Comprehensiveness of Proposal, Cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Taos Municipal Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Taos Municipal Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Taos Municipal Schools 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: Letter of Transmittal Form, Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form, Statement of Compliance, Conflict of Interest, Preference Certification. Review the full document from Taos Municipal Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Taos, NM. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.