OPD Contract Investigator

The Montana Office of State Public Defender (OPD) has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeking licensed private investigators to provide investigative services for criminal and civil legal matters. This solicitation, identified as OPD-RFP/RFQ-2021-0102, is targeting qualified investigators across Montana who can support OPD Attorneys and Contract Counsel representing indigent clients. Potential investigators must complete specific submission requirements, including confirming current or recent Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) status, completing a fillable PDF form, uploading a current resume, and providing copies of professional licenses. The procurement is categorized under Commodity Code 3920 for Professional Services - Legal Services, with Jennifer Kueffler serving as the primary point of contact. While the RFQ was originally posted on January 29, 2021, with an unusual close date of January 1, 2099, interested parties must demonstrate professional credentials and current licensing status to be considered. The evaluation will focus on verifying investigators' qualifications, professional background, and ability to effectively support legal representation.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types, nor does it provide details about disadvantaged enterprise participation. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the available documentation, and there are no specified details about existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements. The RFQ does not outline a fixed contract value or specific budget range for the investigative services. Potential investigators will be evaluated based on their professional qualifications, licensing status, and ability to provide comprehensive investigative support to OPD attorneys. The broad and open-ended nature of the RFQ suggests the Montana OPD is seeking to maintain and potentially expand its pool of qualified contract investigators throughout the state, with flexibility in engagement and scope of services.