26016 Employment Based Immigration Legal Services

Tulsa Public Schools is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive employment‑based immigration legal services for its workforce, including teachers, administrators, and support staff. The scope includes handling visa applications (J‑1, H‑1B, F‑1 to H‑1B conversions), PERM labor certifications, green card sponsorships, responding to Requests for Evidence, and developing standard operating procedures for immigration processes. The district currently has approximately 41 employees on or slated for employment‑based visas and anticipates additional cases in FY26, requiring a vendor that can manage case volumes, provide legal counsel, and support internal policy development. • Manage a portfolio of ~40‑50 immigration cases spanning J‑1, H‑1B, F‑1, PERM, and green card filings. • Provide legal advice, RFE responses, and representation before USCIS; maintain a target RFE rate of ≤25 % and high approval success. • Develop/standardize SOPs, KPIs, and integration guidance (currently using MUNIS HRIS, no data integration with counsel). • Collaborate with internal teams (Talent, General Counsel, International Teacher Program) to streamline case processing and reporting.