Legal Services

Chesapeake Public Schools, the seventh largest district in Virginia serving nearly 40,000 students and 6,000 employees, has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP 70-2526) seeking qualified legal services firms to provide comprehensive legal counsel across a broad spectrum of educational, employment, real estate, and regulatory matters. Emphasis is placed on expertise in special education law, with the selected vendor expected to offer timely advice, representation, and ongoing support, including designated attorneys attending School Board meetings and serving as liaisons with the City Attorney’s office. The contract term may extend through June 30, 2031, with provisions for annual renewal and capped price increases tied to the Consumer Price Index. The solicitation outlines a rigorous evaluation process weighted primarily on scope of services, qualifications, and company background, awarding to the proposal deemed most advantageous to the District through a trade-off methodology that values technical merit alongside fair pricing. Vendors must demonstrate adherence to Virginia statutory requirements, confidentiality obligations, and maintain professional liability and other insurance coverages. The contract includes strict organizational conflict of interest restrictions prohibiting representation adverse to the District during and six months post-contract. Proposals are to be submitted electronically by May 8, 2026, through the OpenGov portal, with detailed requirements for proposal structure, personnel qualifications, and supporting documentation. Overall, the procurement is designed to secure a highly qualified, locally accessible legal team capable of addressing the complex, evolving legal needs of the Chesapeake Public School System while upholding principles of equal opportunity and compliance with applicable laws.