RFP 2026-04_Sep_1_26_solicitation_doc.pdf

This is a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the State of Connecticut, Office of the Attorney General, on behalf of the Department of Consumer Protection, seeking legal services related to federal and state regulatory issues concerning prediction markets, Connecticut gaming relations, and Connecticut tribal compacts. The RFP solicits comprehensive legal counsel and advisory services to address complex regulatory matters affecting the state's gaming framework and tribal gaming agreements. The solicitation document establishes the procedural requirements for proposal submission, evaluation criteria, and contract terms. Proposals must be submitted by the specified deadline outlined in the RFP, with the state evaluating submissions based on qualifications, relevant experience, understanding of Connecticut gaming law and tribal gaming compacts, and proposed approach to the identified legal issues. The resulting contract will establish the term of engagement and any renewal provisions based on satisfactory performance and continued need for legal services.

The RFP establishes pricing terms through a proposal-based evaluation process wherein qualified respondents submit their fee structures and cost proposals for consideration. The contract will be awarded to the proposer deemed most advantageous to the state, considering both qualitative factors such as legal expertise and quantitative factors including proposed costs. Funding for these legal services is provided through state appropriations designated for the Office of the Attorney General. The scope encompasses advisory services, regulatory analysis, and legal representation as needed to navigate complex issues at the intersection of state gaming regulations, federal prediction market regulations, and Connecticut tribal gaming compacts, making this a specialized engagement requiring demonstrated expertise in gaming law and tribal-state relations.