Office of Attorney General Contract for Legal Services FY 26

The Master Agreement 26036 provides comprehensive legal services to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission through the Office of the Attorney General. Services are delivered through Letters of Authorization that define the scope of work for each legal matter. The IDV encompasses legal counsel and representation across multiple practice areas, with tiered hourly billing rates ranging from $137 to $164 per hour for attorney services and $74 per hour for paralegal and legal support personnel. All litigation costs and expenses, including mediation, court reporter fees, translation services, expert witness fees, and related costs, are reimbursable under the agreement, subject to a five percent administrative indirect charge applied to all fees and expenses.

This Master Agreement is held by the Department of Legal Affairs (Office of the Attorney General) as the prime contractor, with the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission serving as the contracting organization. The initial performance period runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with renewal options available on an annual basis for a maximum of three years. The contract operates statewide throughout Florida and is structured as a retainer-based Master Agreement designated as FY 26-27\R9416. The agreement is contingent upon annual legislative appropriations, with monthly invoicing required and a 45-day payment obligation from the contracting agency upon receipt of properly documented invoices.