Peterson Johnson Murray Litigation Counsel Small Purchase

This state and local contract opportunity is for legal services, specifically litigation counsel, real estate, employment and labor, and special tax counsel, for the State of Illinois. The procurement is a small purchase, with a due date of June 3, 2022. The vendor, Peterson Johnson & Murray Chicago, LLC, is a limited liability company that is over 51% minority-owned and has existing contracts with the Illinois Housing Development Authority for litigation counsel services. The vendor must adhere to COVID-19 protection requirements set forth in the Governor's Executive Orders, including the use of face coverings, COVID-19 vaccinations, or COVID-19 testing when working in certain state facilities. Vendors must submit the required Forms A disclosures on business operations, financial interests, conflicts of interest, and certifications on compliance with state laws and regulations.

The contract opportunity is set aside for minority-owned businesses. The Standard Terms and Conditions indicate the contract may be funded in whole or in part by federal funds, and vendors must comply with requirements around prevailing wages, minority contractor initiatives, invoicing, and record retention. The State retains audit rights and can terminate the contract for cause or convenience. No specific award value or budget range is provided, but the small purchase designation suggests a lower-value contract.