U.S. Department of Health and Human Services – Administration for Children and Families, Office of Refugee Resettlement – Legal Services for Unaccompanied Alien Children   2

Background
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through its Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), has identified an urgent need to maintain continuity of legal services for unaccompanied children following the expiration of the previous contract.

The contract awarded under No. 7571MN26C00029 aims to ensure that these critical legal services continue without interruption.

Work Details
The contractor is responsible for providing direct legal representation services during the transfer of approximately 23,000 active cases from the previous legal service providers.

The tasks include:
I. Transition-In: Assume operational responsibility from Acacia without service disruption;
II. Legal Orientations: Conduct orientations to inform UAC of their rights;
III. Legal Consultations: Provide one-on-one consultations to assess eligibility for immigration relief;
IV. Direct Legal Representation: Offer legal representation as required by law;
V. Legal Service Provider (LSP) Network Management: Oversee a nationwide network of qualified LSPs, ensuring quality control and performance monitoring;
VI. Data Collection, Analysis, and Reporting: Manage data related to service delivery and network operations;
VII. Pro Bono Maximization: Enhance pro bono involvement in service delivery;
VIII. Transition-Out: Ensure smooth transfer of responsibilities and knowledge to incoming contractors at the end of the contract.

Period of Performance
The contract will be performed over a period that begins immediately upon award and continues until all active cases are transitioned, with a maximum timeframe specified as no later than four months after award.

Place of Performance
UNITED STATES

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must demonstrate experience in managing large-scale legal service networks, possess necessary staffing credentials, and may require specific security clearances or professional licenses relevant to providing legal services to unaccompanied alien children.