Outside Counsel Services

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is seeking competitive proposals from qualified vendors to provide outside counsel services to assist in legal and advisory matters relative to the acquisition of right-of-way and other real estate property needed for state highway purposes. The selected vendor will provide services including but not limited to land use laws, eminent domain procedures, law of titles, deeds, conveyance documents, recording requirements, real estate contracts, easements, and other interests in real estate. The contract period is from the date of award through December 31, 2027, with the option to renew for two additional twelve-month periods. • The RFP includes a detailed description of the services required, the evaluation criteria, and the contract terms and conditions. • The vendor must be licensed to practice law in the state of Kansas and have experience in all phases of real estate law. • The vendor must also have experience in handling administrative condemnation actions under K.S.A. 26-501 et seq. for state or other governmental agencies. • The vendor will be required to provide a cost proposal, which will include reimbursement costs, rates for attorneys, law clerks, and other staff, as well as travel rates and other expenses. • The vendor must comply with all applicable state and federal laws, including those related to discrimination, immigration, and taxes.