Request for proposals for public defender

Open State & local contract opportunity Posted

Solicitation number
PE-60750-NONST-2027-000000022
State
Georgia
Responses due

Opportunity facts

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Opportunity details come from ssl.doas.state.ga.us. Updated .

About this opportunity

The City of Georgia (Barrow County) is requesting proposals for public defender services to provide criminal defense representation to indigent defendants charged under city ordinances, with proposals due October 26, 2026.

Applicants must hold a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school, maintain active licensure to practice law in Georgia, hold membership in the Georgia State Bar Association, and possess a minimum of six months of experience as a practicing attorney. The public defender will provide legal representation from court appointment or screening through trial and sentencing, including representation at in-custody bail hearings and client meetings while defendants are in city custody.

The source does not identify contract value, contract term, incumbent provider, evaluation criteria, or additional procurement timeline details beyond the proposal due date.

Opportunity text

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF SERVICES A. Description: All indigent criminal defendants charged under ordinances of the City who qualify for appointed counsel, may be referred to the Public Defender. The Public Defender will provide legal representation for each of these defendants from court appointment or screening through trial and sentencing. If applicable and/or necessary, the Public Defender will provide criminal defense services at in custody bail hearings and will be available to talk and meet with indigent defendants in the custody of the City. B. Qualifications: Education and Experience: Minimum qualifications include a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school, license to practice law in the state of Georgia, membership in the Georgia State Bar Associations, and six (6) months experience as a practicing attorney

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RFP PUBLIC DEFENDER 2026.pdf PDF

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