Opportunity
University Of Central Arkansas Uark #260522
University of Arkansas System Solicits Outside Legal Counsel Services for Specialized Higher Education Needs
Posted
June 04, 2026
Respond By
June 24, 2026
Identifier
260522
NAICS
541110
The University of Arkansas System (UA System) is seeking qualified attorneys or law firms to provide outside legal counsel services for its campuses and divisions. - Government Buyer: - University of Arkansas System, Office of the General Counsel - Scope of Services: - Broad range of legal services relevant to higher education - Specialized areas include: - Immigration - Bond and finance - Tax - Employee benefits - Healthcare compliance - Intellectual property - Litigation - Construction - Data privacy - International compliance - Bankruptcy - Research compliance - Environmental and FCC regulatory matters - Requirements: - Demonstrated experience with public institutions of higher education - Ability to provide specialized legal expertise as needed - Compliance with all applicable federal and Arkansas state laws (including FERPA for student records) - Detailed qualifications and attorney bios required in submission - Compensation: - Hourly rate basis with reimbursable expenses - Rates expected to remain firm for each engagement - Selection: - Based on qualifications and relevant experience, evaluated by a selection committee - UA System reserves the right to negotiate with selected respondents - No OEMs or product vendors are named, as this is a qualifications-based solicitation for legal services
Description
The University of Arkansas System is soliciting statements of qualifications from qualified persons or firms to provide legal services as outside counsel. The services will support the University and its component institutions in various legal matters relevant to higher education. The RFQ outlines the scope of work, including specialized legal areas, and emphasizes the need for experience with public institutions of higher education. Responses are due by June 24, 2026, and the procurement process includes evaluation by a selection committee and potential negotiations.