Immigration Legal Representation Services

The contract calls for comprehensive legal representation of individuals deemed mentally incompetent in all stages of immigration proceedings, including removal hearings, bond applications, asylum claims, and motions to reopen. Legal services must be provided with full scope and professional diligence, ensuring that vulnerable respondents have access to competent counsel despite their cognitive impairments, with the goal of safeguarding their legal rights throughout the immigration process. The provider must possess the capacity to handle complex legal matters involving mental health evaluations, procedural accommodations, and advocacy before immigration courts and relevant agencies. This subcontract is issued under NAICS code 541110 for legal services and is solicited by the Department of Justice through Jmd-procurement Services Staff. Proposals must be submitted by May 11, 2026, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time, with no set-aside preferences indicated. The place of performance and organization details are not specified, suggesting services may be delivered across multiple jurisdictions depending on respondent locations. The opportunity is accessible via the SAM.gov portal, and successful bidders will be expected to uphold rigorous standards of legal ethics, cultural competency, and responsiveness to the unique needs of an extremely vulnerable population.