Walla Walla Granicus #2026417

Public Criminal Defense (Indigent Defense) Services for City of Walla Walla

The City of Walla Walla is seeking qualified attorneys or law firms to provide public criminal defense (indigent defense) services for Municipal/District Court cases. - Government Buyer: - City of Walla Walla, Support Services Department - Office of the Deputy City Manager - Services Requested: - Public criminal defense services for up to approximately 300 indigent defendants per year - Services must comply with City of Walla Walla Standards for Public Defense Services (caseload limits, compensation guidelines) - Contract term is three years, with options to extend annually for up to five additional years - Compensation may be structured as hourly, per case, or annual fee - Notable Requirements: - Attorneys or firms must have criminal defense experience - Strict adherence to ADA and Title VI non-discrimination policies - Compliance with City Council-adopted public defense standards - No OEMs or product vendors are involved, as this is a professional legal services procurement

Description

The City of Walla Walla is soliciting proposals from attorneys to provide Municipal/District Court Indigent Defense Services for up to approximately 300 cases starting July 1, 2026. The services must comply with the City of Walla Walla Standards for Public Defense Services. Proposals must be submitted by May 21, 2026, and should be clearly marked "Indigent Defense Services." The contract is anticipated to start on July 1, 2026, following a review and approval process by the City Council.

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