No expert will get paid for his or her time until they have become a CPCS vendor. Unfortunately, even if the expert is a vendor for another state agency, such as DMH, DMR, MBHP, Mass Rehab, the expert must apply to become a vendor for CPCS. Review the current Court Cost Vendor Manual for information about the qualifications needed to be a vendor and the rates paid.
To apply to be a CPCS vendor, you first need to create an account on the vendor portal: https://vendorportal.publiccounsel.net/
1. Once you have an account, follow the steps to apply to be an expert vendor:
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- Upload a current resume or C.V.
- Upload any and all professional licenses and certifications.
- For Social Services Expert vendor applicants who do not have a professional clinical license, please provide a college transcripts with degree earned. It does not have to be an official copy.
2. Once you submit your application and supporting documents, they will be reviewed by a team of CPCS staff to confirm your credentials meet requirements based on the Court Cost Vendor Manual.
3. Once your Expert Vendor Application is approved, you will be sent a request to complete the expert vendor process. This will include:
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- Agreement to use the “V-Bill” system of electronic billing and abide by terms of use
- W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification
Questions about your vendor application can be sent to [email protected].
4. Vendors must also agree to bill CPCS in accordance with the established rates for their discipline and qualified degree. Travel time is billed separately, at the hourly rate.
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