REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR DISTRICT COUNSEL SERVICES

Location:	Florida
Posted:	Apr 2, 2026
Due:	Apr 23, 2026
Agency:	Florida Department of State
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	C - Architect and Engineering Services - Construction Q - Medical Services S - Utilities and Training Services
Solicitation No:	30733497
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Notice: 30733497
Notice of Bid/Request for Proposal

Division:	SOUTH BAY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT

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Overview

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR DISTRICT COUNSEL SERVICES Submittal Deadline: 5:00 PM EDT, April 23, 2026 Scope of Services The selected District Counsel shall provide, but not be limited to, the following services: Advise the Board of Supervisors, the District Administrator, District Management, and staff on all aspects of Florida municipal, local-government, and CDD-specific law. Draft, review, and revise ordinances, resolutions, rules, and internal policies consistent with Florida Statutes and the District's Bylaws. Prepare and review contracts, agreements, and service contracts with vendors, management companies, engineers, environmental consultants, and other service providers. Counsel on public meetings, Sunshine Law, public-records compliance, conflicts of interest, and ethics. Advise on bond financing, assessments, ad valorem tax levies, and budgeting and finance matters, including compliance with Florida Statutes governing CDDs. Provide guidance on environmental regulation, impact fees, development agreements, and other land-use and development matters that may affect the District. Represent the District before boards, commissions, special magistrates, and such other administrative forums as needed. Provide litigation support or formal representation when approved by the Board, including selecting and supervising outside litigation counsel if required. Assist with Board training and updated legal briefings on key topics affecting CDD operations.


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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR DISTRICT COUNSEL SERVICES
The South Bay Community Development District is soliciting qualified firms to provide general counsel to the District. Information about the District can be found at its website at HYPERLINK "https://www.sbaycdd.org/"https://www.sbaycdd.org. The individual or firm will be selected by the Board of Supervisors of the District. Those interested in receiving a copy of the RFQ may do so at the Districts website, by requesting a copy by e-mail to: HYPERLINK "mailto:BYOUNG@GMS-TAMPA.COM"BYOUNG@GMS-TAMPA.COM or by phone at (813)344-4844 ext. 107.
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