Specialized Legal Recruiting

Solicitation 7571MN26R00051 is a firm-fixed-price requirement for specialized legal recruiting and executive search services to support the Department of Health and Human Services Office of the General Counsel. The contractor will identify, screen, and refer highly qualified attorney candidates for hard-to-fill positions in healthcare, public health, regulatory, and complex litigation areas, including specialized subject matter such as Medicare, Medicaid, HIPAA, and federal healthcare litigation. The contract consists of a 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods, with a total duration not to exceed 60 months. Performance is based on successful placements, with estimated quantities ranging from 22 placements in the base period to 3 in the final option period. The government will award the contract based on best value, where non-price factors are significantly more important than price. Evaluation focuses on the technical management approach, including sourcing methodology, screening processes, and the ability to meet strict timeliness requirements, such as providing initial referrals within 30 days. A minimum 65 percent offer acceptance rate is required for referred candidates. Payment is structured in two installments, with 40 percent due at the end of the placement and 60 percent after 30 days, and percentage-based fees are strictly prohibited. The base period includes a guaranteed minimum payment of 205,392.00 dollars. Work is performed at the contractor's primary location via virtual coordination, and all invoicing must be processed through the Invoice Processing Platform.