Town of Zebulon Municipal Legal Services RFQ 2026
Town of ZebulonCity · Zebulon, NC- Due
- Apr 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jeremy Crawford
The 30-second brief
The Town of Zebulon, North Carolina, is seeking qualifications from experienced law firms to serve as Town Attorney, providing comprehensive municipal legal services and advice to the Town's governing board, Town Manager, and departments.
Municipal Experience and Comparable Communities — 30%, Lead Attorney Qualifications and Capacity — 25%, Understanding of Municipal Governance and Development Law — 15%, Staffing Capacity and Responsiveness — 15%, Client References and Reputation — 10%, Fee Structure — 5%
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Summary
The Town of Zebulon, North Carolina, is seeking qualifications from experienced law firms to serve as Town Attorney, providing comprehensive municipal legal services and advice to the Town's governing board, Town Manager, and departments.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Municipal Experience and Comparable Communities — 30%
- Lead Attorney Qualifications and Capacity — 25%
- Understanding of Municipal Governance and Development Law — 15%
- Staffing Capacity and Responsiveness — 15%
- Client References and Reputation — 10%
- Fee Structure — 5%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Cover letter
- Firm overview
- Identification and resumes of assigned attorneys
- Description of municipal clients served
- Staffing and client service approach
- At least three municipal client references
- Fee structure and billing practices
- Conflict of interest disclosure
- Transition approach for onboarding or transition of legal services
- Written response to Municipal Advisory Scenario
- Submit to
- electronically
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Zebulon, North Carolina
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Zebulon?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: electronically. For questions, contact Jeremy Crawford.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Zebulon in NC, 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 Jeremy Crawford. 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: "Municipal Experience and Comparable Communities — 30%, Lead Attorney Qualifications and Capacity — 25%, Understanding of Municipal Governance and Development Law — 15%, Staffing Capacity and Responsiv..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Zebulon?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Zebulon are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Zebulon 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 3 years. 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: Cover letter, Firm overview, Identification and resumes of assigned attorneys, Description of municipal clients served, Staffing and client service approach, At least three municipal client references. Review the full document from Town of Zebulon for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Zebulon, North Carolina. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.