RFA - 2026 Adult Protective Services Contract Attorneys

The State of Oregon Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities, Central Adult Protective Services Unit, is seeking qualified contract attorneys to provide legal services for protective proceedings under ORS chapter 125. The primary objective is to prepare, file, and present petitions to establish guardianships or conservatorships for individuals lacking other means of appointment. The agency intends to award up to 12 contracts based on a first-come, first-served selection of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. The anticipated initial term of these contracts is five years. Qualified applicants must be active members of the Oregon State Bar in good standing with no disciplinary history in the past five years, reside and practice law within Oregon, and possess experience in protective proceedings. Compensation is based on a fixed hourly rate schedule of 175.00 dollars for attorneys, 80.00 dollars for paralegals, and 20.00 dollars for office assistants. Payment is capped per proceeding, with a maximum of 2,250.00 dollars for standard guardian and conservator proceedings, 2,750.00 dollars for complex or contested cases, and up to 1,750.00 dollars for court fee reimbursements. The application process requires the submission of a comprehensive packet via OregonBuys by December 31, 2026, at 3:00 PM Pacific Time. Applicants must provide certifications regarding tax compliance, non-discrimination, and professional standing. Selected contractors must maintain specific insurance coverages, including professional liability, commercial general liability, and automobile liability. Additionally, contractors must adhere to strict confidentiality and data security standards, particularly when handling privileged client information or Social Security Administration records.