Caregiver Staffing for Juvenile Priority Facilities

The contract seeks qualified providers to supply 24/7 trained caregiver staff for minors held in Customs and Border Protection custody, with strict adherence to the Flores Agreement, the Prison Rape Elimination Act, and protocols for monitoring emotional distress. Caregivers must be consistently available to ensure the safety, well-being, and humane treatment of juvenile detainees, emphasizing trauma-informed care and compliance with federal standards for the detention of unaccompanied children. The role requires ongoing staff training, vigilant supervision, and immediate response to behavioral or emotional crises, all within a facility operating under heightened regulatory scrutiny. The opportunity is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, designated for small businesses according to SBA guidelines, with the NAICS code 624210 reflecting services in individual and family services. Performance is centered at the McAllen location with a zip code of 78503, and responses are due by July 15, 2026. The contracting entity is the Border Enforcement Contracting Division of the Department of Homeland Security, indicating this support function is critical to federal immigration enforcement operations. All subcontractors must demonstrate proven experience in juvenile care, regulatory compliance, and staffing solutions for high-risk, high-need environments.