Special Ethics Counsel Services

The City of Evanston is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ No. 26-50) for special ethics counsel services. The selected vendor will serve offsite as general, independent counsel to the Ethics Board, investigate complaints, prosecute ethics code violations, and defend the board in appeals of its decisions. Only onshore, USA-based organizations are eligible to bid. Proposals must be submitted electronically via DemandStar by 2:00 P.M. local time on October 27, 2026, and all questions regarding the RFQ must be submitted no later than October 12, 2026. Applicants must submit a cover letter, a list of all municipal clients in Illinois, resumes for key personnel, references for three to six similar contracts, required exhibits, and an M/W/D/EBE involvement statement or waiver request. The source document does not disclose the specific evaluation criteria, contract term, or overall budget, though vendors must complete the provided cost form.