Arkansas State University #RFQ 26-41

Arkansas State University System Seeks Legal Services for Multiple Campuses

Arkansas State University System is seeking qualified law firms to provide a range of legal services for its multiple campuses and offices across Arkansas. - Government Buyer: - Arkansas State University System Office (Office of the President, Little Rock) - Services Requested: - Intellectual property legal services (patents, trademarks, copyrights) - Immigration legal services (H-1B, J-1 visas, OPT, permanent residency) - Taxation legal services (gifts, trusts, endowments, tax exemptions) - NCAA compliance legal services - Bankruptcy legal services - Real estate and business transaction legal services - Notable Requirements: - Firms must demonstrate expertise in the specified legal areas - Experience with higher education institutions is preferred - Compliance with Arkansas state laws and certifications (e.g., Israel boycott, illegal immigrant, energy/fossil fuel/firearms/ammunition industry boycott, scrutinized company restrictions) - Ability to work closely with ASU's General Counsel - Multiple firms may be selected; awards are not exclusive - No OEMs or specific vendors are mentioned, as this is a professional services solicitation - NAICS code: 541110 (Offices of Lawyers) - Places of Performance and Delivery: - Arkansas State University System Office, Little Rock - Arkansas State University, Jonesboro - Arkansas State University-Beebe - Arkansas State University-Mountain Home - Arkansas State University-Newport - Arkansas State University Mid-South, West Memphis - Arkansas State University Three Rivers, Malvern - Henderson State University, Arkadelphia - Arkansas State University Procurement Services, 2713 Pawnee St., Building A, Jonesboro, AR 72401

Description

Arkansas State University System Office is soliciting responses from qualified law firms for legal services in areas including intellectual property, immigration, taxation, NCAA compliance, bankruptcy, and real estate and business transactions. The contract term is five years starting July 1, 2026, with two one-year extension options. The solicitation is open and responses are due by May 12, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. CST. The award will not be exclusive, and multiple firms may be selected to provide services.

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