Taylor County School Board Request for Qualifications - School Board Attorney RFQ 2026-01
Taylor County School DistrictSchool · Perry, FL- Due
- Oct 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Danny Lundy
The 30-second brief
The Taylor County School Board seeks to retain a School Board Attorney or law firm to serve as its primary legal counsel. Services include general legal advice and representation, board meeting attendance, drafting and review of policies and contracts, state and federal litigation, labor and employment law, Florida Sunshine Law compliance, student matters, and procurement support. The initial contract term is one year with the option to renew annually upon mutual agreement. Sealed proposals marked RFQ 2026-01 - School Board Attorney must be delivered to Taylor County School Board on or before October 16, 2026 at noon.
General legal advice and representation to the Board, Individual Board members, The Superintendent, And District staff; Attendance at all regular, Special, And workshop Board meetings; Drafting, Review, And revision of Board policies, Administrative procedures, Contracts, Leases, Interlocal agreements, And other legal instruments; Representation in state and federal litigation; Representation before the Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH); Advice on labor and employment law; Guidance on compliance with the Florida Sunshine Law, Public Records Law, And Florida Code of Ethics; Advice regarding student matters; Support for procurement, Construction, And facilities matters; Advice on real property matters; Guidance on charter school authorization and oversight; Review and advice regarding volunteer and employee background screening requirements; Advice on emerging legislative changes; Coordination with the Board's property/casualty and workers' compensation carriers.
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Summary
The Taylor County School Board seeks to retain a School Board Attorney or law firm to serve as its primary legal counsel.
Services include general legal advice and representation, board meeting attendance, drafting and review of policies and contracts, state and federal litigation, labor and employment law, Florida Sunshine Law compliance, student matters, and procurement support. The initial contract term is one year with the option to renew annually upon mutual agreement. Sealed proposals marked RFQ 2026-01 - School Board Attorney must be delivered to Taylor County School Board on or before October 16, 2026 at noon.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
14- General legal advice and representation to the Board, Individual Board members, The Superintendent, And District staff
- Attendance at all regular, Special, And workshop Board meetings
- Drafting, Review, And revision of Board policies, Administrative procedures, Contracts, Leases, Interlocal agreements, And other legal instruments
- Representation in state and federal litigation
- Representation before the Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH)
- Advice on labor and employment law
- Guidance on compliance with the Florida Sunshine Law, Public Records Law, And Florida Code of Ethics
- Advice regarding student matters
- Support for procurement, Construction, And facilities matters
- Advice on real property matters
- Guidance on charter school authorization and oversight
- Review and advice regarding volunteer and employee background screening requirements
- Advice on emerging legislative changes
- Coordination with the Board's property/casualty and workers' compensation carriers
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Sealed proposals marked RFQ 2026-01 - School Board Attorney
- Submit to
- Taylor County School Board, Attn: Danny Lundy, Board Chair, Taylor County School District, 318 North Clark Street, Perry, Florida 32347
- Scope location
- Perry, Florida
- Reported agency
- Taylor County School Board
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Taylor County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 16, 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: Taylor County School Board, Attn: Danny Lundy, Board Chair, Taylor County School District, 318 North Clark Street, Perry, Florida 32347. For questions, contact Danny Lundy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Taylor County School District in FL, 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 RFQ 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 Danny Lundy. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: General legal advice and representation to the Board, Individual Board members, The Superintendent, And District staff; Attendance at all regular, Special, And workshop Board meetings; Drafting, Review, And revision of Board policies, Administrative procedures, Contracts, Leases, Interlocal agreemen. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Taylor County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Taylor County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Taylor County School District 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Sealed proposals marked RFQ 2026-01 - School Board Attorney. Review the full document from Taylor County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Perry, Florida. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.