Legal Advisory Services Alternative Project Delivery - Federal Funded

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Master Agreement CTR061869 is an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) for comprehensive legal advisory services focused on alternative project delivery methods for transportation infrastructure projects. The contract covers a wide range of legal services including project screening, risk assessment, procurement strategy development, contract drafting, bid evaluation, dispute resolution, and guidance on legislative and regulatory matters. Specifically, the IDV supports complex infrastructure initiatives such as Public-Private Partnerships (P3), design-build contracts, design-build-finance arrangements, and concession agreements, with particular emphasis on programs like the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program.

The master agreement is awarded to Mayer Brown LLP, a global legal services firm, and was originally established on August 26, 2022, with potential extensions up to 48 months. The contract covers both state and federally funded projects across Arizona, with professional rates structured across five classifications: Senior and Junior Partners at $746.65/hour, Senior and Junior Associates at $599.50/hour, and Paralegals at $223.45/hour (as of the August 26, 2025 pricing sheet). The contract allows for task-specific purchase orders and includes provisions for authorized reimbursable services at cost, with the current contract period extending through August 25, 2026. Mayer Brown LLP provides comprehensive liability insurance coverage, including professional liability with $100 million per claim and $200 million annual aggregate limits.