Bid guide
How to bid on legal services for settlement enforcement at DFC
What DFC is buying and why it matters
The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) intends to award a contract for legal services. This work involves the ongoing maintenance and enforcement of settlement agreements and judgments that DFC has already obtained. The contract is planned as a firm-fixed price agreement.
This opportunity is significant for law firms specializing in enforcement and collections. While DFC intends to award this as a sole-source contract, other firms have a chance to demonstrate their capabilities and potentially open the door for future competitive bidding.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The deadline for submitting capability statements is December 22, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. This is not a formal solicitation for proposals, but rather an invitation for interested parties to submit information.
At the deadline, DFC will review all submitted capability statements. These statements will help DFC decide if there are other responsible sources that could meet their requirements, which might lead to a competitive procurement in the future. If no compelling evidence for competition is received, DFC may proceed with its sole-source award.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is best suited for law firms with expertise in legal services, specifically in the ongoing maintenance and enforcement of settlement agreements and judgments. The relevant industry code is NAICS Code 541110, Office of Lawyers.
Firms with a strong track record in collections, litigation support for judgment enforcement, and managing existing legal agreements would be well-positioned to respond to this notice.
How to respond
To respond to this notice, you need to submit a capability statement. This statement should provide clear, compelling, and convincing evidence that competition would benefit the Government. The government will not reimburse any costs incurred for providing this information.
Your response must be sent via email to [email protected] by the deadline. To access the original source of this opportunity, click the "View original source" link. If you land on the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though it's not always required.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your capability statement, focus on demonstrating your firm's unique qualifications and experience directly relevant to maintaining and enforcing settlement agreements and judgments. Highlight specific past performance examples that showcase your success in similar legal services.
Clearly articulate how your firm's approach or resources could offer a better value or more efficient service than a sole-source award. Emphasize any specialized expertise, technology, or processes your firm uses that would be advantageous to DFC. Remember, the goal is to convince DFC that competition would be beneficial.
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.
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