Delinquent Tax Collection Services

The City of La Porte, Texas, is soliciting proposals from qualified law firms to provide comprehensive delinquent property tax collection services under Texas Tax Code §6.30. The contractor will be paid a fee not to exceed 20% of taxes, penalties, and interest actually collected, and must meet performance thresholds of at least 60% collection on current‑year taxes and 30% on prior‑year taxes. The three‑year contract includes reporting, litigation, notice preparation, and management of surplus‑property resale, with the possibility of automatic renewal unless notice is given. • Scope: monthly status reports, taxpayer notices, litigation, bankruptcy filings, legal advice, court fees, and surplus‑property sales. • Minimum qualifications: Texas‑licensed attorneys, experience in municipal tax collection, three governmental references, and required certifications. • Performance metrics: ≥60% collection of current‑year delinquent taxes, ≥30% of prior‑year delinquent taxes. • Compensation: up to 20% of amounts collected; fees borne by delinquent taxpayers. • Contract term: 3 years with automatic renewal; 30‑day termination rights for either party. • Submission: sealed paper and electronic copies due September 10, 2026, 2 PM CST.