REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL- Special Counsel - Office of the Attorney General
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL- Special Counsel - Office of the Attorney General
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
SPECIAL COUNSEL OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
I. Scope of Work
Wilton Rancheria (the Tribe) is looking for an individual or firm with significant experience and background in federal and Tribal Indian law to serve as special counsel under the direction and control of the Tribes Attorney General. Specifically the individual or firm would assist the Attorney General in any matter assigned by the Attorney General or the Spokesperson of the Tribal Council in developing drafting and/or reviewing codes statutes ordinances policies and procedures and opining on Tribal law.
II. The Tribe and Brief Background
Wilton Rancherias government is divided into four separate branches: General Council Office of the Chairperson (Executive branch)Tribal Council (Legislative branch)and Tribal Court (Judicial branch).The Tribal Councils powers include but are not limited to:making laws including codes resolutions and statutes; authorizing expenditures and appropriating funds to the various departments in annual budgets; approving any agreements that waive sovereign immunity; and promoting public health education charity and such other services as may contribute to the social advancement of the members of the Tribe.
III. Selection Criteria
The Tribe will make its award in its sole discretion to the firm/individual that has the most advantageous proposal for the Tribe. Proposals will be evaluated according to the following factors.
1. Firm/Individual
List the firm/individuals name(s) that will provide legal services location contact information and bar licensure(s).
2. Firm/Individual Expertise
Please address the extent to which the firm/individual has the resources qualifications and experience to successfully perform the Scope of Work. Factors which may be addressed include but are not limited to:
a. Knowledge and experience with Federal policies regulations and laws applicable to tribal governments.
b. Experience working with tribal governments regionally.
c. Key personnel designated to work on this project specific experience including the lead attorney that will be assigned.
3. Fee Proposal
This factor addresses the costs for services identified to carry out the Scope of Work. Proposals should include:
a. A fee schedule for the key personnel and staff designated to work on this project.
b. A statement of any other fees or costs associated with the service.
c. Confirmation of professional liability insurance with coverage limits of at least onemillion dollars ($1000000.00).
4. References
Provide a minimum of two (2) verifiable references (tribal government preferred) that are able to comment on their experience working with you. The references provided should have a past or current business relationship with you that is similar in size and scope to the Scope of Work contained in this Request for Proposals. References should include the following:
a. Clients name and contact person.
b. Contact information.
c. Brief description of the scope of work provided to the client.
d. Present status of relationship with the client.
5. Native American Preference Applies
Preference will be given in accordance with the Tribes Native American Preference policy.
IV. Instructions
To be considered each proposal must include the following:
(i) A cover letter signed by an individual authorized to enter into a contract with the Tribe;
(ii) Responses to the information requested in this RFP and any other information relevant to the selection criteria;
(iv) Disclosure of any past or present assignments relationships or other employment that may create a conflict of interest or an appearance of a conflict of interest in serving the Tribe.
All proposals must be delivered by mail or emailed on or before 5:00 p.m. Friday May 30 2025 to: Attorney General Wilton Rancheria 9728 Kent Street Elk Grove CA 95624 or by email to: .
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Temp
