Article 81 Guardianship Outside Counsel Services

The New York State Office of Mental Health is seeking outside counsel to provide Article 81 guardianship legal services and representation for St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center under a three-year contract capped at $149,999.

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Oct 30, 2026 07:00 PM
Oct 15, 2026 12:12 PM
$149,999.00
3 years
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peter.rogers@omh.ny.gov
+15185495211
75 New Scotland Avenue, Albany, NY, USA
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Description

The New York State Office of Mental Health is seeking a law firm or attorney to provide outside counsel services for Article 81 guardianship matters involving patients and residents of St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center. The scope includes commencing guardianship proceedings in New York Supreme or Surrogate Courts, preparing petitions and orders to show cause, advising OMH, preparing affidavits, effecting service, appearing at hearings and conferences, and drafting or reviewing guardianship orders. Property guardianship matters involving potential civil recovery and matters requiring referral to the New York State Attorney General are excluded. The contract is anticipated to run from December 1, 2026, through November 30, 2029, with total professional fees and allowable costs capped at $149,999 unless amended. Offerors must submit hourly rates for partners, associates, and paralegals using Attachment D. The contractor must maintain required professional liability insurance and applicable licenses, and must comply with confidentiality, HIPAA, background-screening, and facility-access requirements.

Classification Codes
NAICS541199All Other Legal Services
PSCR418Legal Services
Smart Codes
guardianship legal servicesoutside counsel servicesmental health legal representation
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Oct 15, 2026-Issue Date
Oct 22, 2026 07:00 PM-Questions Due
Oct 26, 2026-Questions and Answers Issued
Oct 30, 2026 07:00 PM-Quote Submission Due
Dec 1, 2026-Anticipated Contract Start
Nov 30, 2029-Anticipated Contract End
Requirements
Required
  • Professional Liability
  • General Liability — $2,000,000.00
  • Workers Compensation
  • Disability Benefits
No
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