ORCAOR DA Investigator

Deschutes County’s District Attorney’s Office is seeking qualified individuals or firms to serve as contract investigators focused on leads related to organized retail crime cases. The position requires expertise in conducting thorough investigations, gathering evidence, and collaborating with law enforcement and legal teams to support prosecutorial efforts. Proposals must demonstrate relevant experience in criminal investigations, preferably involving retail fraud, theft rings, or similar organized crime activities, along with a proven ability to operate independently and adhere to legal and procedural standards. The role is based in Oregon and involves fieldwork, interviews, surveillance, documentation, and consistent communication with the DA’s office. Interested parties must submit informal, qualification-based proposals through the official solicitation portal by the posted date of July 1, 2026. Primary contact for inquiries is Heather Herauf, reachable via email at heather.herauf@deschutes.org. The solicitation does not specify a set-aside category or NAICS code, indicating an open competitive process regardless of business size or structure. There are no formal bid requirements outlined beyond demonstrated expertise and suitability for the scope of organized retail crime investigations, and selected contractors will be expected to provide services as needed on an as-requested basis under the terms agreed upon during proposal evaluation.