009-FY26 Campbell County Public Schools - Legal Services RFP

Campbell County Public Schools (CCPS) is requesting proposals for legal services from certified law firms with substantive experience serving educational institutions, with proposals due July 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. CCPS anticipates a three-year agreement subject to annual renewal.

The scope covers multiple practice areas: school law, employment law, finance and procurement matters, and litigation experience in Campbell County and adjoining jurisdictions, with optional special-populations expertise. The district estimates 20–35 hours per month on an as-needed basis, with attorney attendance at School Board meetings as required. All proposing firms must register in eVA prior to award and demonstrate no conflicts of interest with the School Board.

CCPS operates approximately 1,400 employees and serves 7,200 students across twenty instructional and non-instructional facilities. Evaluation criteria include service pricing and quality, firm reputation and problem-solving capabilities, relevant experience with Virginia public schools, financial stability, litigation experience in the local jurisdiction, and personnel qualifications. The district notes that nothing in the solicitation guarantees a predetermined amount of work or payment.

Pricing shall be evaluated on proposed hourly rates for general representation, litigation, municipal court, and special projects, along with any proposed monthly or annual retainer fees. CCPS reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to negotiate fees with the selected firm.

Proposing firms must submit detailed qualifications including organizational structure, attorney credentials, financial statements for the past two years, and a minimum of three client references. Proposals must be submitted electronically through eVA and in paper format (one unbound copy and one digital copy) to the Central Purchasing Office. The selected firm must provide certificates of insurance naming CCPS as additional insured within 15 days of award and maintain professional liability insurance of at least $1 million occurrence / $2 million aggregate. The contract will be governed by Virginia law with venue in Campbell County courts.