How to bid on the National Qualified Representative Program for Offices, Boards and Divisions

What the agency is buying

The Justice Department's Offices, Boards and Divisions is seeking qualified legal representatives. These representatives will provide immigration legal services to certain detained individuals who have been found unable to represent themselves in immigration proceedings by an Immigration Judge or the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).

The scope of work also includes providing interpretation services to ensure communication in the respondent's language. Additionally, the program offers the option for qualified representatives to retain or procure experts or other third-party services as needed.

Key dates and deadlines

This Request for Proposals (RFP) was published on July 25, 2026. Proposals are due by August 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. All proposals must be submitted by this deadline to be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for legal firms or organizations with expertise in immigration law and experience providing legal representation, especially to vulnerable populations. Firms capable of offering comprehensive legal services, including access to interpretation and third-party expert services, will be well-suited. The work falls under the professional services category.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, you will need to click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all associated documents, though this is not always required for every bid.

Tips for a competitive response

When preparing your proposal, clearly demonstrate your firm's experience with immigration law and representing individuals in immigration proceedings. Highlight your capacity to provide interpretation services in various languages and your ability to access or provide expert and third-party services. Emphasize your understanding of the specific needs of unrepresented, detained individuals.

Ensure your proposal is well-organized, addresses all requirements outlined in the solicitation, and is submitted accurately and on time. Pay close attention to any specific formatting or submission instructions provided in the full solicitation documents.