Department of Human Services - Detention and Deportation Defense Initiative RFP - 2026
State of New JerseyState Government · Trenton, NJ- Due
- Sep 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tanika Harper
The 30-second brief
The New Jersey Department of Human Services, Office of New Americans, issues an RFP for the Detention and Deportation Defense Initiative (DDDI) to provide free legal representation to low-income New Jersey residents facing detention and deportation. Up to $12 million in funding is available across three options: Option A for Experienced Removal Defense Providers (up to $5,000,000 per award), Option B for Removal Defense Capacity Expansion Providers (up to $1,000,000 per award), and Option C for one DDDI Coordinating Entity (up to $1,000,000). Bidders must provide expert legal counsel, participate in statewide coordination, and maintain licensed attorneys with immigration law expertise. The submission deadline is September 24, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. ET.
Direct legal representation, Removal defense services, Statewide DDDI coordination entity services
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Summary
The New Jersey Department of Human Services, Office of New Americans, issues an RFP for the Detention and Deportation Defense Initiative (DDDI) to provide free legal representation to low-income New Jersey residents facing detention and deportation.
Up to $12 million in funding is available across three options: Option A for Experienced Removal Defense Providers (up to $5,000,000 per award), Option B for Removal Defense Capacity Expansion Providers (up to $1,000,000 per award), and Option C for one DDDI Coordinating Entity (up to $1,000,000). Bidders must provide expert legal counsel, participate in statewide coordination, and maintain licensed attorneys with immigration law expertise. The submission deadline is September 24, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. ET.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Direct legal representation
- Removal defense services
- Statewide DDDI coordination entity services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Audited financial statements
- Written Conflict of Interest policies
- Business Registration Certificate
- Submit to
- https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/notices/grants/proposals
- Scope location
- Trenton, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from State of New Jersey?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 24, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/notices/grants/proposals. For questions, contact Tanika Harper.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including State of New Jersey in NJ, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Tanika Harper. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Direct legal representation, Removal defense services, Statewide DDDI coordination entity services. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: audited financial statements, written Conflict of Interest policies, Business Registration Certificate. Review the full document from State of New Jersey for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Trenton, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.