Provide legal representation in the matter of Pharmaceutical

The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) established a Master Agreement for specialized legal representation services, specifically focused on pharmaceutical litigation matters. The Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) enables procurement of legal services for complex legal cases, with a primary emphasis on preparing and filing amicus briefs and providing comprehensive legal representation in high-stakes pharmaceutical litigation. The contract allows for targeted legal support in specific legal proceedings, such as the Pharmaceutical Research & Manufacturers of America vs. DHHS case.

The master agreement was awarded to Cooper & Kirk, PLLC, a Washington, DC-based legal services firm, with an initial contract period from March 20, 2021, to December 31, 2021, subsequently amended to extend through December 31, 2022. The contract is structured as a master agreement with a total value not to exceed $100,000, featuring hourly rates for attorneys and legal staff ranging from $195 to $1,245 per hour. The IDV covers the state of Florida and includes provisions for potential renewal for up to three years, subject to satisfactory performance and fund availability, with the Agency reserving the right to reduce payment amounts during renewals.