New York State Contract Reporter #2139888

Outside counsel for Article 81 guardianship matters at St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center

New York State OMH is seeking outside counsel for Article 81 adult guardianship cases at St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center in Ogdensburg. - Government buyer: New York State Office of Mental Health (NYS OMH), including its Office of Counsel and Central Office; the Bureau of Procurement Enterprise Services is identified in the RFQ materials. - Requested service: Legal representation and advice for OMH in adult guardianship proceedings under Article 81, including preparing and filing petitions and related court papers, arranging service, supporting facility staff with affidavits or testimony, appearing at hearings, and drafting, negotiating, or reviewing guardianship orders. - Quotes must provide hourly rates for partner, associate, and paralegal services. No quantities are specified. - The service is identified as “Outside Counsel Services - Guardianship Matters - Northern NY”; RFQ identifier: 26-003. - Location and client population: St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center in Ogdensburg, New York; the work concerns guardianship matters involving its clients. - Notable requirements and limits: Professional fees and reimbursable costs are capped at $149,999 for the contract term unless amended. OMH pays judicial filing fees and specified court-ordered costs directly; eligible mileage for court travel may be reimbursed. The scope excludes certain property-guardianship matters involving potential civil recovery and matters referred to the New York State Attorney General. The selected firm may not serve as guardian for a referred client or accept referral fees related to a guardian appointment. Applicable privacy and health-information laws, a HIPAA Business Associate Agreement, and professional liability insurance are required. - Selection: Best-value assessment considers price, capability, and service quality. - OEMs and vendors: No outside law firm, product manufacturer, or other contractor is named in the materials.

Description

The New York State Office of Mental Health seeks quotes for outside counsel services in Article 81 guardianship matters for clients at St. Lawrence Psychiatric Facility in Ogdensburg, New York. Services include initiating and representing the agency in guardianship proceedings, preparing related documents, appearing at hearings, and advising OMH on adult guardianship matters. The anticipated contract term is December 1, 2026, through November 30, 2029, and the contract value is capped at $149,999 unless OMH approves an amendment. Quotes are due October 30, 2026, by 3:00 PM ET, using Attachment D of the RFQ.

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