RFQ for Municipal Legal Counsel Services

Location:	New Hampshire
Posted:	Mar 4, 2026
Due:	Apr 22, 2026
Agency:	Town of Londonderry
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	R - Professional, Administrative and Management Support Services
Solicitation No:	RFQ-2026-10
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Shaun Mulholland

Town Manager

(603) 432-1100 ext. 401

smulholland@londonderrynh.gov

Kellie Caron

Deputy Town Manager

(603) 432-1100 ext. 402

kcaron@londonderrynh.gov

Town of Londonderry • 268B Mammoth Road • Londonderry, NH 03053

Request for Qualifications (RFQ)

Municipal Legal Counsel Services

General Information

Issuing Entity: Town of Londonderry, New Hampshire

RFQ Title: Request for Qualifications – Municipal Legal Counsel Services

RFQ Number: RFQ-2026-10

Issue Date: March 4, 2026

Qualifications Due: 5 p.m., April 22, 2026

Submittal by Email to: smulholland@londonderrynh.gov

RFQ Contact:

Shaun Mulholland, Town Manager

603-432-1100 x 401

smulholland@londonderrynh.gov

1. Introduction and Purpose

The Town of Londonderry, New Hampshire (“Town”) is soliciting statements of qualifications from

experienced and qualified attorneys or law firms (“Firm” or “Firms”) to provide municipal legal

counsel services to the Town on a contractual basis.

The Town seeks counsel with substantial experience in New Hampshire municipal law, including but

not limited to municipal governance, right-to-know law, planning and zoning, land use, taxation and

assessment appeals, labor and employment, contracts and procurement, code enforcement, and

general civil litigation.

The Town may select:

 A single firm to provide comprehensive municipal legal services; or

 Multiple firms to provide specific components (e.g., general town counsel, land use,

labor/employment), if determined to be in the Town’s best interest.

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2. Background – Town of Londonderry

Londonderry is a growing New Hampshire community with a population of approximately 27,100

residents. The Town operates under a Town Council/Town Manager form and provides a full range

of municipal services, including police, fire, public works, planning and development, recreation, and

general government services.

The Town regularly addresses issues related to:

 Planning and zoning, development review, and land use

 Tax assessment and abatement appeals

 Collective bargaining and personnel matters

 General municipal governance, contracts, and procurement

 Civil litigation and enforcement actions, as needed

Additional information about the Town, including budgets and annual reports, is available on the

Town’s website at www.londonderrynh.gov.

3. Scope of Services

3.1 General Counsel

 Advise the Town Council, Town Manager, departments, boards, and commissions on all

aspects of municipal law.

 Draft, review, and/or negotiate ordinances, regulations, policies, contracts, leases, MOUs,

inter-municipal agreements, and other legal instruments.

 Provide opinions on statutory interpretation, charter and ordinance issues, and

ethics/conflict-of-interest matters.

3.2 Planning, Zoning, and Land Use

 Advise Planning Board, Zoning Board of Adjustment, Conservation Commission, and related

boards.

 Assist with development agreements, subdivision and site plan approvals, and enforcement.

 Represent the Town in land use appeals before the Superior Court and other tribunals.

3.3 Taxation and Assessing

 Advise on property tax assessments, abatements, exemptions, and current use.

 Represent the Town in tax appeals before the Board of Tax and Land Appeals and Superior

Court.

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3.4 Labor & Employment

 Provide advice on personnel matters, discipline, grievances, and workplace policies.

 Assist with collective bargaining, contract administration, and labor relations, as needed.

3.5 Litigation and Administrative Proceedings

 Represent the Town in civil actions in state and federal courts, administrative hearings, and

other proceedings, when assigned.

 Coordinate with the Town’s insurers and insurance defense counsel, as applicable.

3.6 Meetings and Training

 Attend Town Council and other board/committee meetings as requested.

 Provide training for elected officials and staff on topics such as RSA 91-A, conflicts of

interest, ethics, governance, and land use law.

3.7 Availability and Reporting

 Provide timely responses to routine inquiries (e.g., within one business day for non-urgent

matters).

 Provide regular status updates on significant matters and litigation.

 Submit detailed monthly invoices describing services provided, time spent, and personnel

involved.

The Town reserves the right to modify the scope of services during contract negotiations.

4. Term of Engagement

The Town anticipates entering into a professional services agreement with the selected Firm(s) for

an initial term of three to five years, with options to renew for additional periods upon mutual

agreement, subject to annual appropriation and the Town’s right to terminate for convenience or

cause.

5. Minimum Qualifications

 Be duly licensed to practice law in the State of New Hampshire, with all attorneys assigned

to Town work in good standing with the New Hampshire Bar.

 Demonstrate at least five years of significant experience representing New Hampshire

municipalities or comparable local government entities in the areas identified in the Scope of

Services.

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 Maintain adequate professional liability (errors and omissions) insurance and other insurance

required by the Town.

 Affirm that the Firm has no conflict of interest that would preclude it from representing the

Town and agree to disclose any potential conflicts that arise during the engagement.

6. Submission Requirements

Firms shall submit an electronic copy (PDF) of their Statement of Qualifications. Submittals shall be

organized in the following order and include, at a minimum:

1. Cover Letter

2. Firm Profile

3. Proposed Team

4. Relevant Experience

5. Approach and Capacity

6. References

7. Fee Structure

8. Insurance

9. Required Forms/Certifications

7. Evaluation Criteria

The Town will evaluate and rank submittals based on, but not limited to, the following factors:

 Experience and qualifications in municipal law, with emphasis on New Hampshire

 Qualifications and experience of assigned attorneys and staff

 Quality of prior work and references

 Understanding of the Town’s needs and proposed approach

 Fee structure and overall value

 Demonstrated capacity to handle the Town’s anticipated workload and timelines

8. Selection Process

1. Review of Statement of Qualifications by the Town’s Selection Committee.

2. Shortlisting of top-ranked Firms.

3. Interviews with shortlisted Firms (in person or virtual).

4. Reference checks for Firm(s) under final consideration.

5. Negotiation of terms, including scope, staffing, and fee structure, with the top-ranked

Firm(s).

6. Recommendation of the preferred Firm(s) to the Town Council.

7. Formal award and execution of a professional services agreement, subject to all required

approvals.

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9. General Terms and Conditions

 Addenda: Any changes to this RFQ will be by written addendum posted on the Town’s

website and/or distributed to known holders of the RFQ.

 Public Records: Submittals may be subject to disclosure under New Hampshire’s Right-to-

Know Law (RSA 91-A).

 Costs of Preparation: All costs associated with preparing and submitting qualifications are

the sole responsibility of the Firm.

 Non-Discrimination: Firms shall comply with all applicable federal and state laws and

regulations regarding non-discrimination and equal opportunity.

 Conflicts of Interest: Firms must disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest and

describe how such conflicts will be avoided or mitigated.

10. Questions and Clarifications

All questions regarding this RFQ must be submitted in writing by March 24, 2026 by 5 pm. to:

Shaun Mulholland, Town Manager

Town of Londonderry, NH

Email: smulholland@londonderrynh.gov

No verbal interpretations will be given. Answers to all substantive questions will be issued in writing

via addendum and posted on the Town’s website.

11. Anticipated Schedule

Milestone

RFQ Issued

Deadline for Written Questions

Addenda (if any) Issued

Qualifications Due

Shortlisting and Initial Evaluation Completed

Interviews with Shortlisted Firms (if held)

Selection Committee Recommendation

Council/Board Consideration of Award

Anticipated Start of Services

12. Reservation of Rights

Date / Time

March 4, 2026

March 24, 2026 – 5 p.m.

March 31, 2026

April 22, 2026 – 5 p.m.

May 1, 2026

May 2026

June 2026

June 15, 2026

After July 1, 2026

The Town of Londonderry reserves all rights to:

 Reject any or all submittals.

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This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.

Bid Number:	RFQ-2026-10
Bid Title:	RFQ for Municipal Legal Counsel Services
Category:	General Government Bids
Status:	Open