Awarded vendors
- HARRINGTON MILLER KIEKLAK EICHMANN BROWN PA
Description
This solicitation seeks a qualified law firm to serve as the primary legal counsel for Benton County, Arkansas. The selected firm will provide comprehensive legal services—including advisory, litigation, ordinance drafting, real‑estate matters, and training—to the County Judge, elected officials, and department heads. The RFQ required firms to submit a sealed Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with both hard‑copy and electronic media, and emphasized qualifications such as a minimum of ten years of legal experience, Arkansas Bar membership, and expertise in sovereign immunity, FOIA, real‑estate, and large construction contracts. The contract is non‑exclusive, allowing the county to retain additional counsel, and includes provisions for cancellation with 30‑day notice and immediate termination for breach. No monetary value was disclosed; the firm’s fees will be negotiated in the eventual contract. The award was ultimately given to HARRINGTON MILLER KIEKLAK EICHMANN BROWN PA.