What types of agencies buy Indigent Defense services?

Federal agencies across all departments procure Indigent Defense services, including the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, General Services Administration, and civilian agencies. State and local governments also issue Indigent Defense contracts through their own procurement portals.

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Are there set-aside contracts for small businesses in Indigent Defense?

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How competitive are Indigent Defense government contracts?

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Indigent Defense Government Contracts

19 government contract opportunities classified as Indigent Defense, spanning federal and state/local solicitations. Updated daily.

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19 state, local & education solicitations AI-tagged as Indigent Defense.

Judiciary

RFP J27038 Court Appointed Counsel-First Circuit, Family Court

Active

AI Summary

The Judiciary of Hawaii seeks providers to offer legal counsel services for indigent parents in Family Court of the First Circuit, including specialty courts. Contract runs July 2026 to June 2027 with possible extensions.

Hawaii · Hawaii

Posted Apr 21, 2026Due May 5, 2026NAICS 541110Sol: P26002450

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Jackson County

Managed Assigned Counsel

Active

AI Summary

Jackson County Public Defender Office seeks proposals for Managed Assigned Counsel Services to oversee indigent defense, manage attorney rosters, and ensure competent legal representation for adult defendants in criminal cases. Remote work, hourly pay.

Jackson County · Michigan

Posted Apr 13, 2026Due May 11, 2026RFP - Request for Proposal (Formal)NAICS 541110Sol: 8717922659

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City of Tempe

26-122 - Court Appointed Attorneys- On-going Supplemental

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AI Summary

The City of Tempe seeks qualified attorneys to serve as court appointed counsel for indigent defendants in municipal court, providing legal representation and advisory services.

City of Tempe · Arizona

Posted Invalid DateDue Jan 1, 2027RFPNAICS 541110Sol: 230753

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MAINE COMMISSION ON PUBLIC DEFENSE SERVICES

Case Management Services for Indigent Defendants & Youth

Archived

AI Summary

RFP for case management services supporting indigent defendants and youth in Maine, with service period from May 2026 to April 2031.

Maine · Maine

Posted Mar 10, 2026Due Mar 30, 2026rfpNAICS 624190Sol: 202602024

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Judiciary

RFP J27003 Court Appointed Counsel-First Circuit, Family Court

Archived

AI Summary

The Judiciary of Hawaii seeks providers to manage and provide legal counsel services for indigent parents in Family Court of the First Circuit, including specialty courts. Contract runs July 2026 to June 2027 with extension options.

Hawaii · Hawaii

Posted Mar 5, 2026Due Apr 6, 2026NAICS 541110Sol: P26001934

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Utah

GN26-15 - Attorney Services for IADD for Child Welfare Cases

Archived

AI Summary

RFP for attorney services to represent indigent parents and guardians in juvenile court appeals related to child welfare in Utah. Multiple contracts expected for 5 years.

Utah · Utah

Posted Invalid DateDue Mar 3, 2026RFPNAICS 541110Sol: 222502

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Utah

GC10021 - Conflict Public Defender Services

Archived

AI Summary

Grand County, Utah, seeks a Primary Conflict Public Defender to provide legal representation for indigent defendants in justice and district courts when the Primary Public Defender has a conflict.

Utah · Utah

Posted Invalid DateDue Mar 15, 2026RFPNAICS 541110Sol: 221114

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Grand County

Conflict Public Defender Services

Archived

AI Summary

Grand County seeks a Primary Conflict Public Defender to provide legal representation for indigent defendants in justice and district courts when the Primary Public Defender has a conflict.

Grand County · Utah

Posted Feb 2, 2026Due Mar 15, 2026rfpNAICS 541110Sol: 158

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City of Vancouver

RFP 12-26 - Public Defense (Augment Services)

Archived

AI Summary

The City of Vancouver seeks qualified firms or individuals to provide indigent defense services under multiple contracts, with case assignments based on availability. Proposals are due by February 11, 2026.

City of Vancouver · Washington

Posted Invalid DateDue Feb 11, 2026RFPNAICS 922120Sol: 218844

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Utah

Southern Utah Regional Managing Defender

Archived

AI Summary

RFP issued by Utah Governor's Office for a Southern Utah Regional Managing Defender to provide indigent defense legal services. Contract length is 3 years with submissions due by January 22, 2026.

Utah · Utah

Posted Invalid DateDue Jan 22, 2026RFPNAICS 541110Sol: 216604

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