Town of Auburn Town Counsel and Legal Services RFQ 2025
Town of ButlerCity · Butler, PA- Due
- Nov 17, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Dori A. Vecchio
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Town of Auburn is seeking qualifications and costs from legal firms or individual attorneys for general town counsel and municipal employment legal services. Submissions are due by November 17, 2025.
Transmittal Letter, Form A, Form B, Form C, Form D, Form E, Certificates of Insurance, Licenses & Certificates, Annual written report of cases
Competency criteria, municipal law experience, litigation experience, accessibility, cost effectiveness
SUMMARY
The Town of Auburn is seeking qualifications and costs from legal firms or individual attorneys for general town counsel and municipal employment legal services. Submissions are due by November 17, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Competency criteria
- Municipal law experience
- Litigation experience
- Accessibility
- Cost effectiveness
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Transmittal Letter
- Form A
- Form B
- Form C
- Form D
- Form E
- Certificates of Insurance
- Licenses & Certificates
- Annual written report of cases
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Transmittal Letter
- Form A – Request for Qualifications Form
- Form B – List of Municipal References
- Form C – Municipal Law Experience
- Form D – Statement of Litigation Experience
- Form E – Fees & Expenses
- Certificates of Insurance
- Licenses & Certificates
REQUIRED STAFFING
5- Submit to
- Town of Auburn, ATTN: Town Manager’s Office – Town Counsel RFQ, 102 Central Street, Auburn, MA 01501
- Scope location
- Auburn, MA
- Reported agency
- Town of Auburn
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Butler?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 17, 2025. 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: Town of Auburn, ATTN: Town Manager’s Office – Town Counsel RFQ, 102 Central Street, Auburn, MA 01501. For questions, contact Dori A. Vecchio.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Butler 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 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 Dori A. Vecchio. 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: Town Counsel, back-up counsel, paralegals, clerical staff, non-attorney personnel. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Transmittal Letter, Form A, Form B, Form C, Form D, Form E, Certificates of Insurance, Licenses & Certificates, Annual written report of cases. 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: "Competency criteria, municipal law experience, litigation experience, accessibility, cost effectiveness" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Butler?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Butler are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Butler 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: Transmittal Letter, Form A – Request for Qualifications Form, Form B – List of Municipal References, Form C – Municipal Law Experience, Form D – Statement of Litigation Experience, Form E – Fees & Exp. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Town of Butler for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Auburn, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.