Town of Bayfield Professional Legal Services RFP 2026
Town of BayfieldCity · Bayfield, CO- Due
- Apr 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kathleen Cathcart
- (970) 884-9544
The 30-second brief
The Town of Bayfield is seeking proposals from individual attorneys or firms to provide municipal legal services as the Town Attorney. The scope of work includes prosecuting and defending suits, enforcing judgments, advising town officials, drafting documents, and performing other duties as prescribed by the Board of Trustees. The Town Attorney is also expected to attend Town Board meetings and work closely with the Town Manager.
Proposals addressing professional legal competence, Capacity and capability, Past record of performance, Familiarity with contracting agency, Availability and accessibility, And potential conflicts of interest/ethics.
Professional Legal Competence (20 points), Capacity and Capability (20 points), Past Record of Performance (20 points), Martindale-Hubbell rating (10 points), Familiarity with the Contracting Agency (10 points), Availability and Accessibility (10 points), Potential Conflicts of Interest / Ethics (10 points).
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Summary
The Town of Bayfield is seeking proposals from individual attorneys or firms to provide municipal legal services as the Town Attorney.
The scope of work includes prosecuting and defending suits, enforcing judgments, advising town officials, drafting documents, and performing other duties as prescribed by the Board of Trustees. The Town Attorney is also expected to attend Town Board meetings and work closely with the Town Manager.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Proposals addressing professional legal competence
- Capacity and capability
- Past record of performance
- Familiarity with contracting agency
- Availability and accessibility
- Potential conflicts of interest/ethics
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Reference Form
- Submit to
- Finance Department, 1199 Bayfield Parkway, Bayfield, CO 81122
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Bayfield?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 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: Finance Department, 1199 Bayfield Parkway, Bayfield, CO 81122. For questions, contact Kathleen Cathcart.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Bayfield in CO, 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 Kathleen Cathcart at (970) 884-9544. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposals addressing professional legal competence, Capacity and capability, Past record of performance, Familiarity with contracting agency, Availability and accessibility, And potential conflicts of interest/ethics.. 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: "Professional Legal Competence (20 points), Capacity and Capability (20 points), Past Record of Performance (20 points), Martindale-Hubbell rating (10 points), Familiarity with the Contracting Agency (..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Bayfield?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Bayfield are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Bayfield 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: Reference Form. Review the full document from Town of Bayfield for the complete list.