OPD Contract Investigator

The Office of State Public Defender (OPD) in Montana has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeking licensed private investigators to provide investigative services for criminal and civil matters. The solicitation, numbered OPD-RFP/RFQ-2022-0120, aims to create a pool of contract investigators who will support OPD Attorneys and Contract Counsel representing clients throughout the state. Interested investigators must submit a completed fillable PDF form, current resume, and professional license(s) to be considered. Qualifications will likely include current licensing, investigative experience, and the ability to verify a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) status with OPD. The solicitation was released on July 22, 2021, and remains open until January 1, 2099, providing an extended opportunity for qualified investigators to apply. The contact for this procurement is Jennifer Kueffler, who can be reached at Jennifer.Kueffler@mt.gov or by phone at 406-496-6089. The procurement is categorized under Commodity Code 3920 for Professional Services - Legal Services.

While the document does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations, it appears to be an open procurement for licensed private investigators across Montana. No incumbent vendors or specific contract infrastructure are mentioned in the available documentation. The solicitation does not provide explicit details about award values, budget ranges, or contract pricing terms. The open-ended nature of the RFQ suggests that OPD is building a flexible pool of investigative resources rather than awarding a fixed-term contract with predetermined financial parameters. Potential contractors should be prepared to demonstrate their professional qualifications, investigative capabilities, and willingness to work with OPD attorneys on various criminal and civil matters. Interested parties are encouraged to carefully review the full RFQ documentation and ensure they meet all required qualifications before submitting their application materials.