25-758 RFQ Legal Services - General Counsel

Douglas County School District No. 4, also known as Roseburg Schools, is seeking Statements of Qualification (SOQ) from experienced attorneys or law firms licensed in Oregon to provide comprehensive General Counsel legal services. The procurement is a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a five-year contract period, with submissions due on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at 2:00 PM PT. Respondents must submit one original and three copies of their SOQ, not exceeding 20 pages. The district requires legal expertise across multiple areas, including public contracting, education law, public records laws, real estate matters, construction law, student discipline, and labor issues. The evaluation process will involve a two-step method, first ranking submissions based on specific criteria and then negotiating contract terms with the highest-ranked candidate. The SOQ will be scored across seven categories totaling 100 points, with the most significant weight (45 points) given to experience in specific legal areas. Key evaluation criteria include certification of Oregon law license, experience with school districts and governmental entities, interaction with elected officials, and demonstrated expertise in relevant legal domains.

There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions mentioned for disadvantaged enterprises in this procurement. Attorneys can submit individually or as teams to ensure comprehensive coverage of the required legal expertise. The district reserves the right to clarify submissions, waive minor informalities, and cancel the RFQ at any time. Submitting attorneys will be responsible for their own expenses, and billable time will only commence after contract signing. While no specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the General Counsel services and the five-year contract duration suggest a significant ongoing legal services engagement. The procurement appears open to qualified individual attorneys and law firms with demonstrated expertise in educational and governmental legal matters, with no apparent limitations on firm size or specific organizational structures.