Sole Source Procurement Notification - Legal Assistance in Pima County

The contract pertains to a sole source procurement initiated by the Arizona Department of Economic Security to provide civil legal assistance to low-income residents of Pima County. The services targeted include support for issues such as SNAP-related concerns, eviction prevention, landlord-tenant disputes, and domestic violence cases. The procurement process is set to be posted on November 3, 2025, with a response deadline of November 6, 2025, inviting registered suppliers to submit their responses through the Arizona Procurement Portal. The contract size is estimated to range between $500,000 and $1,500,000, reflecting the scope and importance of the legal aid services to be delivered. This procurement is conducted under the legal authority of Arizona Revised Statutes § 41-2536 and A.A.C. Section R2-7-E301, emphasizing its status as a sole source award, meaning it is intended for a specific provider without a competitive bidding process. The services are designed to assist vulnerable populations, ensuring access to justice and legal support for critical issues affecting low-income individuals. The primary contact for this solicitation is Colette Lewis, reachable via email at clewis@azdes.gov or by phone at 602-364-0068. The process underscores the importance of administrative and service requirements, with responses explicitly noted as non-binding and not constituting offers that could form contracts.