OPD Contract Attorney

The Office of State Public Defender (OPD) in Montana has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) numbered OPD-RFP/RFQ-2022-0122 seeking contract attorneys to provide legal representation in criminal and civil matters throughout the state. Qualified private attorneys must complete a comprehensive application process that includes submitting a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), professional resume, writing sample, proof of professional liability insurance, and a recent Continuing Legal Education (CLE) transcript. The solicitation requires attorneys to demonstrate their professional qualifications and indicates that they must have an active or recently expired (within 30 days) MOU with OPD. Attorneys interested in becoming Contract Public Defenders must upload all required documents through a specified platform and meet the professional standards set by the state. The RFQ is categorized under Commodity Code 3920 for Professional Services - Legal Services, with the solicitation remaining open until January 1, 2099. The primary contact for this opportunity is Jennifer Kueffler, who can be reached at Jennifer.Kueffler@mt.gov or +1 406-496-6089.

The RFQ does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types that can respond. No information is provided about incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure requirements for integration. The document does not outline specific award values or budget ranges for the contract attorney positions. Interested attorneys must be licensed to practice in Montana and demonstrate the capability to provide legal representation across criminal and civil matters. While the solicitation remains open for an extended period, attorneys must maintain current professional credentials and liability insurance to be considered for contract work with the Office of State Public Defender. The broad nature of the RFQ suggests that multiple attorneys may be selected to provide contract services across different jurisdictions within Montana, depending on the state's legal representation needs.