RFP No. 2026-003 Legal Services/Authority Solicitor

The Redevelopment Authority of the City of Allentown (RACA or Authority) requests proposals from qualified attorneys or law firms to provide legal services and serve as Authority Solicitor. RACA seeks experienced counsel to advise its Board and designated staff on redevelopment, blight elimination, property acquisition and disposition, property management, contracts, and public operations. The selected firm shall represent RACA as a separate legal entity and coordinate with City of Allentown staff as legal counsel as appropriate. Representation of RACA does not include representation of the City, individual Board members, employees, or other entities. 2. CONTRACT TERM Initial Contract Term: January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027. RACA reserves the right to renew the contract for four (4) additional one-year terms. Renewal review may begin November 1 of each year; any renewal term shall begin January 1 of the following year. Renewals are subject to satisfactory performance, funding, Board approval, agreed pricing, and a signed written agreement. Renewal is not automatic. 3. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION Proposals must be submitted electronically through PennBid no later than November 30, 2026 at 3:00 PM, Eastern Time. • Late submissions will not be accepted. • Proposals shall remain valid for sixty (60) days after the submission deadline. • RACA is not responsible for costs incurred in preparing proposals or participating in interviews. • Submit one searchable PDF proposal, including the completed fee schedule and signed proposer certification. 4. QUESTIONS AND ADDENDA All questions must be submitted through PennBid no later than five (5) business days prior to the submission deadline. RACA will publish the exact question deadline in PennBid. Responses and addenda will be posted on PennBid. Proposers are responsible for reviewing and acknowledging all addenda. Oral statements do not amend this RFP. 5. SCOPE OF WORK The selected firm shall provide the following services as requested and authorized by RACA. Work volume may increase or decrease. There is no guaranteed minimum amount of work, hours, or compensation.