When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 16, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 6, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $50,000 – $150,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by City of New Orleans. The work is located in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States.

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Legal Services for Real Estate Closing and Curative Title Work for Adjudicated Properties

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Overview

Financial, Legal, HR & Staffing

New Orleans, Louisiana, United StatesPosted: October 16, 2026Deadline: November 16, 2026

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SUMMARY

The City of New Orleans is seeking proposals from qualified firms or individuals to provide legal services for real estate closings and curative title work for adjudicated properties.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have proven historical experience with similar projects
Must have capacity to conduct all required research, noticing, legal filings, and auctions
Must have experience with publicizing and advertising auctions on a regional level
Must have experience in legal/title research to shield the City from liability
Must include two client references for similar projects conducted in the past five years
Must provide evidence of required insurance (Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability, Business Automobile, and Professional Liability)
Must comply with the City's DBE Program with a 35% contract goal
Must be in good standing with the Louisiana Secretary of State or state of incorporation
Must not have been debarred or suspended by the Federal Government or the State of Louisiana

BUDGET

Estimate

$50,000 – $150,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Release Date: October 16, 2026

Deadline for DBE Interest: October 22, 2026

Pre-Submittal Conference: October 23, 2026

Deadline for Submitting Questions: November 6, 2026

Submission Deadline: November 16, 2026

Evaluation by Selection Committee: November 30, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

November 6, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

City of New Orleans

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DESCRIPTION

The City of New Orleans, through its Bureau of Treasury, is requesting proposals for legal services related to actions where the City is a creditor. This includes conducting closings for sales, leases, and donations of property tax adjudicated properties, performing title searches, obtaining title opinions, conducting curative title work, and managing related administrative requirements such as reporting and record-keeping. The contract term is for twelve months.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 16, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 6, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $50,000 – $150,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City of New Orleans. The work is located in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States.

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