OPD Contract Attorney

The Montana Office of State Public Defender (OPD) has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) numbered OPD-RFP/RFQ-2021-0107 seeking licensed private investigators to provide investigative services for attorneys and contract counsel representing clients in criminal and civil matters. The solicitation, categorized under Commodity Code 3920 for Professional Services - Legal Services, requires interested investigators to submit a comprehensive application package including a fillable PDF form, current resume, and copies of professional licenses. Potential contractors must demonstrate current professional licensing, substantial investigative experience, and the capability to support legal counsel across diverse case types. The procurement is designed to establish a pool of qualified investigators who can conduct research and provide assessment support for pre-design, development, and integration of legal investigations. The solicitation was opened on 3/22/2021 and is set to remain open until an extended deadline of 1/1/2099, with Jennifer Kueffler serving as the primary contact for the procurement. Applicants will be evaluated based on their professional qualifications, investigative expertise, and ability to effectively support the Office of State Public Defender's legal representation needs.

The RFQ does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations permitted to respond. There are no indications of preferences for disadvantaged enterprises or specific vendor diversity requirements in the provided documentation. The solicitation does not specify pricing terms, funding sources, or precise contract value ranges for the investigative services. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing technological infrastructure that would require integration. The procurement appears focused on creating a flexible, qualified investigator pool that can be engaged as needed to support the Montana Office of State Public Defender's legal representation requirements. While specific award values are not disclosed, the open-ended nature of the solicitation suggests the potential for ongoing, as-needed investigative support contracts for qualified contractors who meet the professional licensing and experience criteria.