Town of Johnstown Town Attorney RFP 2026 - Comprehensive Municipal Legal Services
Town of Johnstown townCity · Johnstown, CO- Due
- Jul 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Matt LeCerf
- (970) 587-4664
The 30-second brief
The Town of Johnstown, Colorado, seeks written proposals from qualified law firms to provide comprehensive municipal attorney services under contract. The selected firm will serve as General Municipal Counsel and provide legal guidance to the Town Council, Town Manager, appointed officials, and Town Staff on municipal law, land use and development, real estate transactions, ordinance drafting, intergovernmental agreements, open meetings and public records compliance, contract review, and general local government matters. Responding firms must demonstrate at least five years of experience representing Colorado municipalities, with expertise in land use law and real estate law. Proposals are due by July 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM local time, submitted electronically via email to the Town Manager. Questions are due by July 15, 2026.
Cover Letter Summary of interest and approach; Firm Qualifications and Experience including municipal, Land use, And real estate legal work and attorney résumés; Approach to Service Delivery including availability, Communication protocols, Response times, And conflict-of-interest procedures; Fee Structure including proposed hourly rates for attorneys and staff and billing policies; Professional Liability and Insurance information; Client References from at least three municipal clients
Relevant municipal law experience, Depth of land use expertise, General municipal qualifications of proposed attorneys, Responsiveness and service approach, Cost and fee structure, Demonstrated understanding of municipal operations
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Summary
The Town of Johnstown, Colorado, seeks written proposals from qualified law firms to provide comprehensive municipal attorney services under contract.
The selected firm will serve as General Municipal Counsel and provide legal guidance to the Town Council, Town Manager, appointed officials, and Town Staff on municipal law, land use and development, real estate transactions, ordinance drafting, intergovernmental agreements, open meetings and public records compliance, contract review, and general local government matters. Responding firms must demonstrate at least five years of experience representing Colorado municipalities, with expertise in land use law and real estate law. Proposals are due by July 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM local time, submitted electronically via email to the Town Manager. Questions are due by July 15, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Relevant municipal law experience
- Depth of land use expertise
- General municipal qualifications of proposed attorneys
- Responsiveness and service approach
- Cost and fee structure
- Demonstrated understanding of municipal operations
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Cover Letter Summary of interest and approach
- Firm Qualifications and Experience including municipal, Land use, And real estate legal work and attorney résumés
- Approach to Service Delivery including availability, Communication protocols, Response times, And conflict-of-interest procedures
- Fee Structure including proposed hourly rates for attorneys and staff and billing policies
- Professional Liability and Insurance information
- Client References from at least three municipal clients
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Resumes
- Professional liability insurance information
- Client references
REQUIRED STAFFING
Attorneys, Staff
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Johnstown, CO
- Reported agency
- Town of Johnstown
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Johnstown town?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 31, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Matt LeCerf.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Johnstown town 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 Matt LeCerf at (970) 587-4664. 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: Attorneys, Staff. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cover Letter Summary of interest and approach; Firm Qualifications and Experience including municipal, Land use, And real estate legal work and attorney résumés; Approach to Service Delivery including availability, Communication protocols, Response times, And conflict-of-interest procedures; Fee Str. 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: "Relevant municipal law experience, Depth of land use expertise, General municipal qualifications of proposed attorneys, Responsiveness and service approach, Cost and fee structure, Demonstrated unders..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Johnstown town?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Johnstown town are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Johnstown town 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: resumes, professional liability insurance information, client references. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Town of Johnstown town for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Johnstown, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.