FY26 Legal Services

The Kentucky Board of Cosmetology is seeking legal services through a Request for Proposal (RFP) for conflicts counsel to represent former employees in multiple specific legal cases. The solicitation, released on August 11, 2025, with proposals due by September 10, 2025 at 11:00 am EST, targets an attorney or law firm to handle four distinct legal matters involving former board employees. The contract term is anticipated from October 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, with potential extensions to conclude ongoing cases. Evaluation will be conducted using a 1000-point system, with 800 points allocated to the technical proposal and 200 points potentially reserved for oral presentations. The proposal will be assessed based on experience, disciplinary history, qualifications, and personnel involvement. The fee schedule is structured with hourly rates of $125 for partners, $100 for associates, $40 for paralegals, and a maximum of $20,000 per appellate case without prior approval. The Kentucky Board of Cosmetology retains the right to negotiate compensation and reject proposals based on the best interests of the Commonwealth.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the documentation. The RFP does not indicate any incumbent vendors or current contractors for these legal services. While the document provides a detailed fee structure, it does not specify a comprehensive budget range or total contract value beyond the per-hour and per-case maximums. The solicitation appears open to qualified legal professionals or firms with appropriate experience in handling complex legal cases involving former board employees. The geographic scope is centered on Elliott County, Kentucky, though the legal matters seem to have broader implications for the Kentucky Board of Cosmetology. The procurement approach suggests a competitive selection process focused on identifying a highly qualified legal representative capable of managing multiple ongoing legal challenges effectively and efficiently.