OPD Contract Investigator

The Montana Office of State Public Defender (OPD) has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeking contract investigators to support legal representation for OPD attorneys and contract counsel. The solicitation, identified as OPD-RFP/RFQ-2021-0098, is specifically targeting licensed private investigators throughout Montana who can provide investigative services for both criminal and civil legal matters. Qualified contractors must submit a comprehensive application package including a current resume, valid professional license(s), and a completed fillable PDF form. The procurement is categorized under Commodity Code 3920 for Professional Services - Legal Services, with Jennifer Kueffler serving as the primary contact. Potential investigators must demonstrate an active or recently expired Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with OPD to be considered. The solicitation was opened on January 25, 2021, and is set to remain open until January 1, 2099, providing an extended window for interested investigators to apply. Key objectives include conducting research and assessment activities to support pre-design, development, and integration of investigative services for OPD clients.

While the document does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, it appears to be an open solicitation for licensed private investigators across Montana. The RFQ does not specify a predetermined award value or specific budget range for the contract investigator positions. Contractors will be expected to provide investigative support services on an as-needed basis, suggesting a potential flexible or on-call contract structure. The procurement seems focused on establishing a pool of qualified investigators who can be engaged for various legal support needs. The extensive timeline of the solicitation (through January 1, 2099) suggests the intent to create a long-term roster of contract investigators that can be utilized by OPD attorneys and contract counsel as required. Interested parties can contact Jennifer Kueffler directly at Jennifer.Kueffler@mt.gov or by phone at +1 406-496-6089 for additional information or clarification about the contract opportunity.