Legal Services for the Ute Indian Housing Authority in Utah

The Ute Indian Housing Authority (UIHA) seeks interested attorneys or law firms to provide legal services specifically for Indian Housing Authorities or Tribally Designated Housing Entities. The selected contractor will advise and assist on rental and homebuyer agreement enforcement, eviction proceedings, contract review, real estate business transactions, HUD rules interpretation, personnel action review, and general management issues. Work will be performed offsite under a one-year service contract with a cost limit determined by UIHA. Eligible onshore USA attorneys and law firms must submit a written proposal demonstrating their capabilities, with Indian preference given to firms providing proof of Indian enrollment and at least 51% Indian ownership. Submissions must include professional licenses or certifications, a service description naming primary personnel, three client references, Indian Housing Authority or Native American Tribe work history, UIHA contract history, and a detailed fee structure. UIHA will evaluate proposals based on past experience, licenses, fee structure, Indian preference, contract history, and references. Applicants must submit sealed proposals marked "Do Not Open Proposal Enclosed: Legal Services" by mail or delivery to UIHA in Fort Duchesne, Utah, by 6:00 pm MST on November 30, 2026.