Legal Services

Socorro County, New Mexico is seeking sealed proposals from qualified law firms to provide comprehensive legal services for the County Board of County Commissioners through RFP #2018-06-401. The procurement requires a law firm to oversee and manage all county-related legal matters, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws. Key deliverables include day-to-day legal counsel, attending county meetings, advising on policies and procedures, drafting legal documents, and providing guidance on various legal matters. The evaluation criteria will consider multiple factors such as experience with New Mexico local public bodies, accessibility, cost, percentage of board-certified specialists in local government law, and specific experience in areas including contract law, employment law, and procurement law. The proposal submission deadline is August 29, 2018, at 11:00 AM MST, with an anticipated contract award date of September 25, 2018. Mandatory requirements include professional qualifications, minimum level of effort, and various certifications. The contract will be for one year, with potential automatic renewals for up to three additional one-year terms, not to exceed a total of four years.

The county will apply preferences for resident businesses and veteran-owned businesses, potentially awarding additional points to these categories. The total contract value is not to exceed $75,000 annually, with payments made monthly plus applicable gross receipts tax. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the procurement appears open to law firms with demonstrated expertise in local government legal services. The contract does not indicate specific set-aside designations beyond the preferences for resident and veteran-owned businesses. Proposing firms must demonstrate substantial experience working with public bodies in New Mexico and possess expertise across multiple legal domains relevant to county governance. The procurement suggests a comprehensive approach to legal service selection, emphasizing not just cost but also the qualitative aspects of legal representation, such as specialization, accessibility, and proven track record in local government law.