RFP-1622 - Higher Ed Legal Services

The University of Louisville seeks a law firm to provide comprehensive higher‑education legal counsel and representation on an as‑needed basis. The firm must demonstrate experience with public colleges/universities, supply qualified attorneys, and submit a detailed cost proposal covering hourly rates, flat‑fees, and other expenses. The contract is expected to run from early November 2025 through the end of June 2026, with a six‑month proposal validity period. • Scope includes advice on regulatory, compliance, public‑records, financial, and policy matters affecting higher‑education institutions. • Proposals must include firm qualifications, a client list of higher‑education entities, attorney bios, a staffing plan, and a cost breakdown (hourly, flat‑fee, milestones, travel, other expenses). • Evaluation weights: 30% firm experience, 25% attorney qualifications, 25% cost, 20% institutional knowledge; award may be made via competitive negotiation and could involve multiple firms.