OPD Contract Attorney

The Montana Office of State Public Defender (OPD) has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) numbered OPD-RFP/RFQ-2022-0121 seeking private attorneys to provide contract legal representation in criminal and civil matters. The solicitation, open from August 10, 2021, to January 1, 2099, targets qualified attorneys who can serve as contract counsel when OPD is appointed to represent clients. Prospective contract attorneys must submit a comprehensive application package that includes a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), professional resume, writing sample, proof of professional liability insurance, and recent Continuing Legal Education (CLE) transcript. Attorneys must demonstrate their current professional standing and meet specific document upload requirements categorized under Commodity Code 3920 for Professional Services - Legal Services. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Jennifer Kueffler, who can be reached at Jennifer.Kueffler@mt.gov or +1 406-496-6089.

The RFQ does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on participating organizations, nor does it provide details about incumbent vendors or existing technological infrastructure. No specific pricing terms, budget ranges, or award values are outlined in the available documentation. The solicitation appears primarily focused on expanding the pool of qualified contract attorneys who can provide legal representation across criminal and civil matters in Montana. Interested attorneys must thoroughly document their professional qualifications, demonstrate current licensure, and show capability to represent clients effectively through the required application materials. While the solicitation has an extended duration until January 1, 2099, the broad timeframe suggests an ongoing need for contract legal professionals to support the Office of State Public Defender's mission of providing legal representation.