Bid guide
How to bid on Foreclosure Legal Services for NC, SC, and AR for the Dept. of Agriculture
What the agency is buying
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is seeking vendors to provide judicial and non-judicial foreclosure legal services. This also includes related technical support for properties located in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Arkansas. This is an opportunity for firms specializing in real estate law and foreclosure processes.
This is an unrestricted Request for Quotation (RFQ), meaning it is open to all responsible sources, not specifically set aside for small businesses.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on August 07, 2026. The original deadline for submissions was August 28, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET. However, as of August 7, 2026, this solicitation is paused until further notice. The agency will not accept any proposals submitted during this pause.
Vendors should monitor the solicitation for updates on when the pause will be lifted and proposals will again be accepted.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for legal firms and professional service providers with expertise in foreclosure law and related technical support in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Arkansas. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) Code is 531390, which covers other activities related to real estate. The small business size standard for this NAICS code is $19.5 million.
Since this is an unrestricted requirement, both small and large businesses are encouraged to submit quotations once the solicitation is active again.
How to respond
To access the full details of this opportunity, you need to view the original source on the government portal. You may need to click the link twice if the first click takes you to the portal's homepage. A free account might be necessary to view all documents, though this is not always the case.
The solicitation number is 12SAD226Q0003. It incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, which can be accessed electronically at acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide. You should refer to "Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions" for specific clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though the solicitation is paused, you can use this time to prepare. Carefully review "Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions" to understand all requirements, applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria. This document is crucial for crafting a compliant and competitive quotation.
Ensure your firm has a strong track record in judicial and non-judicial foreclosure legal services within North Carolina, South Carolina, and Arkansas. Highlight your experience and capacity to provide technical support. When the solicitation becomes active, double-check all submission requirements and deadlines to ensure your proposal is accepted.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Agriculture, Department of; the original posting controls.