Walla Walla County Contract for Indigent Legal Services 2026 - District Court Criminal Cases
Walla Walla CountyCounty · Walla Walla, WA- Due
- Jun 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Diane L. Harris
The 30-second brief
Walla Walla County is procuring indigent legal services for the 2026 contract term, specifically for District Court criminal cases. The scope of work includes legal representation for misdemeanor matters, show cause hearings, probation violations, sentence modification hearings, gross misdemeanors, and appeals of District Court rulings in Superior Court. The attorney is required to comply with Washington State Standards for Indigent Defense and limit private practice based on caseload percentages. The contract specifies a caseload cap of 372 cases per year and a total compensation of $77,000.00 for the term, payable in seven equal monthly installments. Requirements include maintaining errors and omissions insurance of at least $1,000,000.00 and providing monthly reports to the Board of County Commissioners.
Monthly reports to Board of County Commissioners, Certification of Compliance, Insurance certificates
Compliance with Standards for Indigent Defense, caseload caps, professional qualifications
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Summary
Walla Walla County is procuring indigent legal services for the 2026 contract term, specifically for District Court criminal cases.
The scope of work includes legal representation for misdemeanor matters, show cause hearings, probation violations, sentence modification hearings, gross misdemeanors, and appeals of District Court rulings in Superior Court. The attorney is required to comply with Washington State Standards for Indigent Defense and limit private practice based on caseload percentages. The contract specifies a caseload cap of 372 cases per year and a total compensation of $77,000.00 for the term, payable in seven equal monthly installments. Requirements include maintaining errors and omissions insurance of at least $1,000,000.00 and providing monthly reports to the Board of County Commissioners.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Compliance with Standards for Indigent Defense
- Caseload caps
- Professional qualifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Monthly reports to Board of County Commissioners
- Certification of Compliance
- Insurance certificates
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certification of Compliance, Proof of Insurance
REQUIRED STAFFING
Attorney, Murder Case Attorney
- Submit to
- Walla Walla County
- Duration
- 7 months
- Scope location
- Walla Walla, WA
Questions about this QUOTE
How do I respond to this Quote from Walla Walla County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 9, 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: Walla Walla County. For questions, contact Diane L. Harris.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including Walla Walla County in WA, 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 Quote 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 Diane L. Harris. 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: Attorney, Murder Case Attorney. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Monthly reports to Board of County Commissioners, Certification of Compliance, Insurance certificates. 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: "Compliance with Standards for Indigent Defense, caseload caps, professional qualifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Walla Walla County?
All active and historical solicitations from Walla Walla County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Walla Walla County 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 Quote?
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: Certification of Compliance, Proof of Insurance. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Walla Walla County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Walla Walla, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.