Refugee Cash Assistance

The Oklahoma Department of Human Services is soliciting proposals to provide statewide Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) aimed at supporting refugee resettlement and promoting rapid economic self-sufficiency. The contract requires the selected supplier to maintain at least one physical location within the Oklahoma City and Tulsa metropolitan areas, staffed adequately to operate five days a week and serve refugees effectively. Remote service provision may be employed for individuals in more distant areas. The program's primary goal is to facilitate refugees' transition to independence by offering cash assistance combined with support services that help them attain employment, language skills, and access to healthcare, ultimately enabling families to achieve income levels that eliminate the need for ongoing cash assistance. The solicitation, identified by the number EV00000777 and posted in July 2025, is open for responses until early September 2025, with a contract value estimated between $500,000 and $2 million. The procurement process involves detailed submission procedures, including comprehensive bidder registration, certifications of non-collusion, and compliance with state bidding statutes. Bidders must complete specific forms such as the OMES Form CP076 for bidder information, OMES Form CP004 for non-collusion certification, and CP076 for certification of eligibility and compliance. The process emphasizes transparency, adherence to legal and ethical standards, and proper documentation to ensure qualified and compliant service providers are selected to support the program’s objectives of effective refugee resettlement and economic independence.