New York State Contract Reporter #2140723

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

New York State OMH seeks outside counsel for Article 81 guardianship matters at St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center. - Government buyer: New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH), including its Office of Counsel, Bureau of Procurement Enterprise Services, and Central Office. - Location served: St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center, Ogdensburg, New York. - Service requested: Outside legal counsel for adult guardianship matters, including advising OMH; initiating and handling Article 81 proceedings; preparing petitions, supporting documents, staff affidavits, and testimony; arranging required service; appearing at hearings and conferences; and drafting, negotiating, or reviewing guardianship orders. - Estimated workload and pricing: Approximately 1–2 referrals annually. Quotes are requested for hourly partner, associate, and paralegal services. - Notable requirements and limits: Mileage reimbursement is limited to travel to and from court hearings. OMH pays court filing fees, appointed counsel fees, and court evaluator fees when ordered by the court. Property guardianship matters involving potential civil recovery, and matters requiring referral to the New York State Attorney General, are excluded. - Contract limit: Source documents give differing reimbursement caps of $49,999 and $149,999 for the term; the higher amount is also described as subject to amendment. - OEMs and vendors: No OEMs, law firms, or other outside vendors are named.

Description

The NYS Office of Mental Health seeks quotes for outside counsel services and representation in Article 81 guardianship matters for clients at St. Lawrence Psychiatric Facility in Ogdensburg, New York. Services include commencing and representing OMH in guardianship proceedings, preparing related filings, appearing at hearings, and advising on adult guardianship matters. The anticipated contract term is three years, with an estimated one to two referrals per year. Quotes are due November 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET; the RFQ states that total reimbursement may not exceed $149,999 unless amended.

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