What types of agencies buy Public Defense services?

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

How do I find Public Defense contracts with SamSearch?

Use SamSearch to browse pre-classified opportunities in one place, with AI-powered filtering by agency, set-aside, and deadline.

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

Yes. Many Public Defense contracts are set aside for small businesses, including 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, and HUBZone firms. Use SamSearch's set-aside filters to find contracts your business qualifies for.

How competitive are Public Defense government contracts?

Competition varies by contract size and type. Large IDIQ vehicles in Public Defense can attract dozens of bidders, while small open-market solicitations may have only a few. Monitoring active solicitations and building agency relationships early improves win rates.

Contract Category

Public Defense Government Contracts

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

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11 state, local & education solicitations AI-tagged as Public 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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Vermont state

Public Defense and Assigned Counsel Attorney Positions

Active

AI Summary

The Vermont Office of the Defender General seeks attorneys for public defense and assigned counsel contracts statewide for Fiscal Year 2027, covering criminal, juvenile, appellate, and post-conviction cases. Contracts require Vermont Bar admission and professional liability insurance.

Vermont · Vermont

Posted Apr 9, 2026Due May 9, 2026NAICS 541110Sol: 73591

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95-MSPD PUBLIC DEFENDER

Request for Proposal (RFP) for an Integrated Public Defense Management System

Active

AI Summary

RFP for an Integrated Public Defense Management System by Missouri State Public Defender, seeking software services for case and administrative management.

Missouri · Missouri

Posted Apr 1, 2026Due Jun 30, 2026REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)NAICS 541990Sol: 300000235023766

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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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Indigent Legal Services, NYS Office of

Office Professionalization & Modernization RFA

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AI Summary

Funding opportunity for New York State counties and NYC to professionalize and modernize public defense provider offices, enhancing quality of family court and criminal defense representation.

new york · new york

Posted Feb 2, 2026Due May 1, 2026GeneralNAICS 921190Sol: 2131236

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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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Mariposa County