Refugee Program - Case Coordination

The Arizona Department of Economic Security (ADES), specifically the Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS), has awarded a contract to Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona Inc. for Refugee Program-Case Coordination services. The contract, identified as CTR078890, covers a performance period from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, with a total estimated contract value of $8 million. The procurement targets local resettlement agencies in Maricopa and Pima Counties, focusing on supporting approximately 9,454 Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR)-eligible beneficiaries.

The contract's primary objectives include providing comprehensive support services for refugees, encompassing case management, emergency assistance, and strategies to help refugees achieve self-sufficiency and family stability. The services will address critical challenges such as potential homelessness, economic instability, and integration difficulties. Notably, the contract is 100% federally funded and will be executed through a direct contract mechanism with Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona as the prime contractor. Reimbursement will be processed in accordance with the Itemized Service Budget detailed in Attachment 6 of the contract documents.