Town of Sudbury Request for Proposals - Town Counsel Legal Services 2026
Town of SudburyCity · Sudbury, MA- Due
- Mar 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 18, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Victor Garofalo
- (978) 639-3381
The 30-second brief
The Town of Sudbury, Massachusetts, acting through its Select Board, seeks a highly qualified attorney or law firm to serve as Town Counsel, effective July 1, 2026. Services include general municipal counsel, advice on open meeting law, public records, conflict of interest, contracts, procurement, finance, land use, real estate, development, litigation, claims, and training. The initial term is one year, with options for up to two additional one-year terms. Proposals are due by March 31, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with questions due by March 11, 2026. The appointee must be a member of the Massachusetts Bar and maintain at least $2,000,000 in professional liability insurance.
Price, qualifications, experience, accessibility and accountability
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Summary
The Town of Sudbury, Massachusetts, acting through its Select Board, seeks a highly qualified attorney or law firm to serve as Town Counsel, effective July 1, 2026.
Services include general municipal counsel, advice on open meeting law, public records, conflict of interest, contracts, procurement, finance, land use, real estate, development, litigation, claims, and training. The initial term is one year, with options for up to two additional one-year terms. Proposals are due by March 31, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with questions due by March 11, 2026. The appointee must be a member of the Massachusetts Bar and maintain at least $2,000,000 in professional liability insurance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Price
- Qualifications
- Experience
- Accessibility and accountability
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Fees and Expenses Response Sheet
- Response to Request for Proposals for Town Counsel
- Reference Form
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Certificate of Tax Compliance
- Copies of all required documents
- USB drive containing digital copy
- Submit to
- [email protected]; 278 Old Sudbury Road, Sudbury, MA 01776
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Sudbury, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Sudbury?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 31, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]; 278 Old Sudbury Road, Sudbury, MA 01776. For questions, contact Victor Garofalo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Sudbury in MA, 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 Victor Garofalo at (978) 639-3381. 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: "Price, qualifications, experience, accessibility and accountability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Sudbury?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Sudbury are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Sudbury 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 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: Fees and Expenses Response Sheet, Response to Request for Proposals for Town Counsel, Reference Form, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Certificate of Tax Compliance, copies of all required documents, USB. Review the full document from Town of Sudbury for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sudbury, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.