To Provide Outside Legal Services - Supplemental Request

This solicitation seeks an external law firm or attorney to provide legal services to Essex County for the 2026 calendar year. The work covers a broad range of legal matters that the County Counsel’s office cannot handle internally, requiring professional expertise on an as‑needed basis. The contract will run for one year, with a performance period from January 1 2026 through December 31 2026, and the award is expected to be made after the bid deadline of November 25 2025. No vendor has been identified yet, and the award amount has not been disclosed. • Scope: Outside legal counsel for Essex County, covering litigation, advisory, and compliance work. • Timeline: Bids due 11/25/2025; performance period 01/01/2026‑12/31/2026. • Procurement: Open competition RFQ with no set‑aside or award amount publicly posted.