When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due October 29, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 12, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $100,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by The University of Kansas. The work is located in Lawrence, Kansas, United States.

Outside Counsel Services (Due October 29, 2026)

The University of Kansas is seeking proposals from qualified law firms to provide as-needed legal services across 14 practice areas for the Office of General Counsel.

Must demonstrate knowledge of higher education-specific legal issues
Must have successful experience representing public universities, state agencies, or complex institutions
Must have capacity to provide services and meet deadlines for urgent and time-sensitive matters
Must submit a written Qualifications Statement for each practice area
Must submit a completed Hourly Rate Sheet
Must provide a copy of a W-9 dated within the last 12 months
Must provide a State of Kansas Tax Clearance Certification if anticipated spend exceeds $25,000
Must agree to bill on an hourly basis without retainers, engagement fees, or minimum monthly fees
Must agree to abide by KU's Guidelines & Expectations for Outside Counsel
Must agree to comply with KU's Third-Party Travel and Expense Policy if traveling on behalf of KU

$100,000 – $500,000

Questions Deadline: October 12th, 2026

Pre-proposal Conference: October 13th, 2026

Response Deadline: October 29th, 2026

Proposal Review: Week of November 2nd, 2026

Identify Finalists: Mid-November 2026

Finalists Interviews: Mid-to-Late November 2026

Reference Checks: Mid-to-Late November 2026

Conditional Award: December 2026

Contract Execution: December 2026

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The University of Kansas is soliciting bids for as-needed legal services, including advisory services, investigations, regulatory compliance guidance, policy support, and litigation. The scope covers 14 practice areas, including higher education advising, research compliance, athletics, employment law, labor relations, civil rights, intellectual property, business and transactional matters, real estate, personal injury, law enforcement defense, health law, privacy and data, and FCC and communications compliance. The initial contract term is two years, with three optional one-year renewals at the University's discretion.

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