OPD Contract Attorney

The State of Montana's Office of Public Defender (OPD) has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ Number OPD-RFP/RFQ-2022-0130) seeking contract attorneys to provide legal representation in criminal and civil matters across the state. This procurement is specifically for professional legal services (Commodity Code 3920), targeting attorneys who can represent clients in cases where OPD is appointed. Interested attorneys must complete a comprehensive application process that includes submitting a downloadable PDF form, current resume, writing sample, proof of professional liability insurance, and recent Continuing Legal Education (CLE) transcript. Applicants must either have an active Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with OPD or have an MOU that expired less than 30 days prior to the application date. The solicitation was released on November 24, 2021, with an unusually extended response window open until January 1, 2099. Potential contractors should contact Jennifer Kueffler at Jennifer.Kueffler@mt.gov or +1 406-496-6089 for additional information or clarification about the contract opportunity.

While the RFQ does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types, it appears to be open to qualified licensed attorneys who can meet the OPD's professional standards and requirements. The document does not provide detailed information about incumbent vendors, existing infrastructure, or specific award values. No specific budget ranges or monetary details are directly outlined in the available documentation. The contract appears designed to expand OPD's pool of contract attorneys capable of providing legal representation across Montana's criminal and civil legal landscape. Attorneys interested in this opportunity must demonstrate professional competence, current legal credentials, and the ability to fulfill OPD's representation needs through a comprehensive application and qualification process.