Project Information

Bid Title

Legal Services

Issuing Agency

Town of Mansfield

Location

Connecticut

Published Date

Oct 28, 2025

Closing Date

Dec 1, 2025

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Bid Title:	Legal Services
Category:	Mansfield Downtown Partnership
Status:	Open

Description: The selected attorney or firm will provide legal counsel to the Partnership on an ongoing, as-needed basis. Publication Date/Time: 10/28/2025 2:00 PM Closing Date/Time: 12/1/2025 11:59 PM Related Documents: RFP - General Counsel Services - revised

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Request for Proposals (RFP)

Legal Services

Issued by: Mansfield Downtown Partnership, Inc.

Issue Date: 10/28/2025

Proposals Due: 12/1/2025

Introduction

The Mansfield Downtown Partnership, Inc. (the “Partnership”) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization

that works collaboratively with the Town of Mansfield, the University of Connecticut, residents, and

businesses to promote economic development, community engagement, and a vibrant quality of life.

The Partnership also functions as the statutory Designated Development Agency for the Town of

Mansfield.

The Partnership is seeking proposals from qualified attorneys or law firms to provide legal services on

an as-needed basis. The successful proposer will demonstrate experience advising nonprofit

organizations, public-private partnerships, and/or municipalities.

Scope of Services

The selected attorney or firm will provide legal counsel to the Partnership on an ongoing, as-needed

basis. Services may include, but are not limited to:

1. General Counsel Services

o Advising the Board of Directors and staff on legal matters related to governance,

compliance, contracts, and policies.

o Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts, agreements, and memoranda of

understanding.

o Advising on compliance with federal, state, and local laws affecting nonprofit

organizations.

o Advising the Board of Directors on matters related to the Partnership’s function as the

statutory Designated Development Agency for the Town of Mansfield.

o Advising on matters related to FOIA compliance.

2. Corporate and Governance Matters

o Providing guidance on nonprofit governance best practices, bylaws, and policies.

o Attending Board meetings when requested.

3. Real Estate and Economic Development Matters

o Advising on matters related to leases, easements, property development, or related

agreements.

4. Other Matters as Assigned

o Providing advice regarding potential disputes, risk management, or other issues that may

arise.

o Coordinating with outside counsel if specialized expertise is required.

Proposal Requirements

Proposals should be clear, concise, and no more than 15 pages. Please include the following:

1. Cover Letter

o Brief introduction and statement of interest.

o Primary contact information (name, phone, email, address).

2. Firm/Attorney Background

o Description of your practice, size, areas of expertise, and years in business.

o Summary of relevant experience with nonprofit organizations, municipalities, or

economic development entities.

3. Proposed Approach

o Description of how you would deliver services to the Partnership.

o Recommended structure for providing legal support (e.g., retainer vs. hourly billing,

proactive vs. on-call counsel).

o How you would ensure responsiveness and availability.

4. Key Personnel

o Identify the attorney(s) who will provide services, including resumes or bios.

5. Relevant Experience

o Examples of prior or current clients with similar needs.

o Reference or references with contact information.

6. Fee Proposal

o Hourly rates for attorneys and staff.

o Any retainer or alternative fee arrangements available.

o A proposed not-to-exceed amount (if applicable).

7. Conflict of Interest Statement

o Disclosure of any known or potential conflicts of interest.

Evaluation Criteria

Proposals will be evaluated on:

 Experience and qualifications.

 Understanding of nonprofit, municipal, and/or economic development law.

 Cost competitiveness and value.

 Strength and practicality of the proposed service approach.

 Availability and responsiveness.

 References from comparable clients.

The Partnership may invite finalists for interviews before making a final selection.

Submission Instructions

Please submit your proposal in writing to:

Steven Ferrigno

Executive Director

Mansfield Downtown Partnership, Inc.

P.O. Box 513

Storrs, CT 06268

Proposals must be received by 12/1/2025. Late submissions may not be considered.

Terms and Conditions

 The Partnership reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, to waive informalities,

and to negotiate terms in the best interest of the Partnership.

 This RFP does not commit the Partnership to award a contract or pay any costs incurred in the

preparation of a response.

 All information submitted will be considered public record unless otherwise protected by law.

 The Contractor agrees and warrants that in the performance of this Contract it will not

discriminate or permit discrimination by itself, its officers, employees, agents, subcontractors or

others against any person or group of persons on the grounds of sex, race, color, religion, age

marital status, national origin, or any other basis in any manner prohibited by the laws of the

United States, the State of Connecticut, or the Town of Mansfield.

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 541110Offices of Lawyers

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