NS26-40 Blanding City - Justice Court Defense Counsel Services

Blanding City is seeking proposals from qualified legal professionals or firms to serve as defense counsel for the Blanding City Justice Court under solicitation number NS26-40. The contract aims to provide criminal defense services for approximately 150 cases annually, with an expected workload of 3-5 hours per week. The scope of services includes trial preparation, court attendance (at least two in-person visits per year), remote hearings, case management, and defendant consultations, with a particular emphasis on cultural competency for Indigenous and underserved populations. The contract duration is one year, with the possibility of renewal for up to five years, and requires a 120-day notice for termination. The budget range for the contract is anticipated to be between $25,000 and $45,000 annually, with proposals needing to include a flat rate and itemized travel costs for additional visits. The procurement process involves a straightforward submission, with proposals due by October 13, 2025, and questions to be submitted in writing to Pratt Redd, the Blanding City Manager, by October 8, 2025. There is no pre-bid conference, and the submission must be made via email, with a file size limit of 1GB. The posting is an advertisement for a procurement opportunity, and responses should be directed to the designated contact; the contract award details will not be published on the website but can be obtained by contacting the specified individual. The solicitation emphasizes the importance of experience, fees, references, availability, and added value in the evaluation process, and it is managed independently of the Division of Purchasing, which is neither issuing nor conducting the procurement.