Bid guide
How to bid on the National Qualified Representative Program for the Department of Justice
What the Department of Justice is buying
The Department of Justice is seeking a contractor to provide legal representation services. This program, known as the National Qualified Representative Program (NQRP), focuses on unrepresented, detained individuals who have been deemed unable to represent themselves in immigration proceedings by an Immigration Judge or the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
Beyond legal representation, the scope of work also includes interpretation services to ensure communication in the respondent's language. Additionally, the contractor will need to provide access to third-party services, allowing qualified representatives to retain experts or other necessary third-party support.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on August 26, 2026. Proposals are due by September 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. This deadline has been extended multiple times through amendments.
At the deadline, all proposals must be submitted. Late submissions are generally not accepted, so it is crucial to ensure your proposal is complete and submitted on time.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for legal firms or organizations specializing in immigration law and legal representation, particularly those with experience serving vulnerable populations. Firms with capabilities in providing or coordinating interpretation services and access to expert witnesses or other third-party legal support will be well-suited.
The work falls under the professional services category, specifically legal services.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation details and prepare your response, you will need to go to the original source portal. Click the “View original source” link provided in the opportunity listing.
If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, simply click the “View original source” link again, and it should direct you to the specific bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required for every bid.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your proposal, clearly demonstrate your firm's expertise in immigration law and your capacity to provide legal representation to individuals deemed incompetent to represent themselves. Highlight any specific experience with similar programs or client populations.
Detail your plan for providing interpretation services, including how you ensure accuracy and availability in various languages. Also, outline your approach to securing and managing third-party expert services, showing how you will ensure qualified and timely support for the representatives.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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