2027 005 RFQ COUNTY ATTORNEY

Spalding County Board of Commissioners is seeking a qualified law firm or individual attorney to serve as County Attorney under solicitation number PE-72600-NONST-2027-000000048. The selected attorney will provide ethical legal representation, advice, and counsel to the Board of Commissioners, County Manager, various county departments, constitutional officers, and elected officials. Key responsibilities include preparing written legal opinions, coordinating with special counsel, and monitoring litigation cases covered by the ACCG Risk Management program. Applicants must be licensed in the State of Georgia and members in good standing with the Georgia State Bar. The contract is for an initial term of two years at a proposed hourly rate, with a mutual option to extend for one additional year. Sealed responses must be submitted to the County Manager by 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. Evaluation will be based on demonstrated competence and qualifications, including the professional backgrounds of three designated attorneys, workload capacity, and the absence of conflicts of interest or ethics violations within the last ten years. The County will select the most advantageous respondent and subsequently negotiate fair and reasonable payment terms.