Fair Hearing Officers

Maine State Housing Authority is seeking qualified vendors to provide fair hearing officer services for its rental assistance, STEP, and HEAP programs.

Maine > Maine State Housing Authority


General
Open
Sep 30, 2026 12:00 PM
Jul 20, 2026 12:00 PM
1 year base + 4 × 1 year options
Request for Proposal (RFP)
State
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Original Solicitation Links
Contact
acarson@mainehousing.org
+12076245728
26 Edison Drive, Augusta, ME, USA
Description

Maine State Housing Authority (MaineHousing) is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to contract with experienced and qualified vendors to provide fair hearing officer services. The vendor will conduct administrative hearings for MaineHousing's rental assistance programs under Section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937, the Stability Through Engagement Program (STEP), and the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP). Responsibilities include communicating with MaineHousing staff regarding scheduling and exhibits, conducting hearings in accordance with the Maine Administrative Procedures Act and applicable federal regulations, preparing recommended decisions, handling sensitive information in compliance with privacy regulations, tracking work for invoicing, and maintaining required skills. Vendors must have a Juris Doctor degree, experience conducting trials or fair hearings, and proficiency with relevant software. The initial contract term is one year, with options to extend up to a total of five years.

Classification Codes
NAICS541199All Other Legal Services
PSCR418Legal Services
Smart Codes
fair hearing serviceslegal hearing officersadministrative hearings
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Jul 20, 2026-RFP Issued
Aug 20, 2026-Deadline for Questions
Aug 31, 2026-Answers Posted
Sep 30, 2026-Proposal Submission Deadline
Requirements
Professional degree (e.g., MD, JD)
Scored
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
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