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Response Deadline11/20/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for Outside Legal Counsel provides comprehensive legal services for prime contractors operating on municipal projects within the City of Columbus, Ohio. The selected legal professional is responsible for drafting complex contracts and providing formal legal opinions based on the interpretations of the Columbus City Charter, Columbus City Codes, and applicable state and federal statutory requirements. Key operational duties include conducting investigative preparatory work via electronic billing systems and submitting quarterly status reports to ensure project alignment. Qualified candidates must maintain professional legal status and implement strict conflict of interest mitigation strategies. The engagement is categorized under NAICS code 541110, with a response deadline set for November 20, 2026. The primary objective is to ensure all contractual and regulatory obligations are met through expert legal guidance and rigorous documentation.

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Agency

Ohio → City Of Columbus

NAICS

541110 - Offices of Lawyers

Place of Performance

OH, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of RFQ033794.

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PostedOct 5

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Response DeadlineNov 20

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11/20/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin about 2 months

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AgencyOhio → City Of Columbus

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Organization / AgencyOhio → City Of Columbus

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Performs comprehensive legal services for prime contractors on City of Columbus, Ohio municipal projects. Drafts complex contracts and renders legal opinions interpreting the Columbus City Charter, Columbus City Codes, and state/federal statutory requirements. Conducts evaluative and investigative preparatory work using electronic billing systems. Requires qualified legal professional status and conflict of interest mitigation. Delivers legal opinions, drafted contracts, and quarterly status reports.

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