Stakeholder Engagement & Qualitative Research

The contract seeks a contractor to plan and execute qualitative research activities including interviews and focus groups with public defenders, court personnel, clients, and oversight entities to evaluate the quality of legal services, the independence of defense representation, and the overall client experience within the county’s public defense system. The work requires skilled facilitation of sensitive conversations, careful selection of participants across key stakeholder groups, and the ability to gather nuanced insights that reflect systemic strengths and gaps in service delivery. The contractor must be prepared to conduct fieldwork in a manner that ensures confidentiality, encourages candid feedback, and adheres to ethical research standards. This subcontract, issued under NAICS code 541990 for other professional, scientific, and technical services, is managed by the County Executive’s Office in California with a response deadline of May 30, 2026. The place of performance and specific location details are not defined in the posting, suggesting that work may occur across multiple jurisdictions within the county. There is no set-aside designation, meaning all eligible entities may compete. The opportunity is posted on a public procurement portal and no point of contact information is provided, so interested parties should follow the provided link for submission details and additional guidance.