Town of East Lyme - Legal Services - Town Attorney RFP 2027-005 (2026)
Town of East LymeCity · Niantic, CT- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Kgervais
The 30-second brief
The Town of East Lyme, Connecticut is seeking proposals from qualified law firms and individual attorneys to provide legal services and function as the General Town Attorney, covering all legal needs of the Town except for labor, employment matters, and bonding. Required services include legal advice and counsel on day-to-day municipal operations, drafting ordinances, contract and document review, purchasing and procurement matters, overseeing charter revision commissions, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) compliance, real estate transactions, litigation representation in state and federal court, and land use and building code enforcement. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST, with questions due by November 6, 2026. Respondents must demonstrate at least 10 years of experience representing municipalities in general government and land use law, good standing with the Connecticut State Bar, and liability insurance coverage.
Experience, Familiarity with the Town of East Lyme, References, Principal staff assigned to the Town, Timeliness and thoroughness of response, Length of and services provided to similar clients, Cost
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Summary
The Town of East Lyme, Connecticut is seeking proposals from qualified law firms and individual attorneys to provide legal services and function as the General Town Attorney, covering all legal needs of the Town except for labor, employment matters, and bonding.
Required services include legal advice and counsel on day-to-day municipal operations, drafting ordinances, contract and document review, purchasing and procurement matters, overseeing charter revision commissions, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) compliance, real estate transactions, litigation representation in state and federal court, and land use and building code enforcement. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST, with questions due by November 6, 2026. Respondents must demonstrate at least 10 years of experience representing municipalities in general government and land use law, good standing with the Connecticut State Bar, and liability insurance coverage.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Experience
- Familiarity with the Town of East Lyme
- References
- Principal staff assigned to the Town
- Timeliness and thoroughness of response
- Length of and services provided to similar clients
- Cost
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Non-Collusion Affidavit (Exhibit A)
- Submit to
- Finance Office, Town of East Lyme, 108 Pennsylvania Ave, Niantic, CT 06357
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- East Lyme, CT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of East Lyme?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Finance Office, Town of East Lyme, 108 Pennsylvania Ave, Niantic, CT 06357. For questions, contact Kgervais.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of East Lyme in CT, 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 Kgervais. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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, Familiarity with the Town of East Lyme, References, Principal staff assigned to the Town, Timeliness and thoroughness of response, Length of and services provided to similar clients, Cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of East Lyme?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of East Lyme are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of East Lyme 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 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Non-Collusion Affidavit (Exhibit A). Review the full document from Town of East Lyme for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: East Lyme, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.