In accordance with the provisions of the Texas Government Code, Chapter 2254, Subchapter A, Professional Services, and Rules and Procedures adopted by the East Texas Council of Governments (ETCOG), ETCOG is soliciting Request for Qualifications from qualified attorneys or law firms licensed to practice in the State of Texas to provide Interim Legal Support Services for ETCOG. The selected Respondent will provide interim general counsel services following the retirement of ETCOG’s long-time contract attorney and will also complete special project legal assessments related to ETCOG’s internal procurement processes and long-term legal service delivery model.

• General counsel services for ETCOG’s routine and emerging legal needs; and
• Special project legal services consisting of a review of ETCOG’s internal procurement process and procedures and an internal review to determine whether ETCOG has sufficient legal workload and organizational need to support a full-time in-house Chief Legal Counsel position.

Appendix I - ETCOG General T&C's and CIQ Form

Appendix II - Essential Clauses & Certifications

Federal & State Clauses for Professional Services

ETCOG benefits broker, Gallagher, is seeking proposals for group health insurance. Bid due date is June 19, 2026, by 5:00 PM CST. Email submissions to Gallagher by RFP deadline. Please contact Kate Walliser to request bid specifications at Kate_Walliser@ajg.com

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