Mediators and facilitators for the office for exceptional children

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) has established an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) for Mediators and Facilitators, specifically designed to support the Office for Exceptional Children. This mandatory use contract enables procurement of specialized mediation and facilitation services across all Ohio counties, with flexible delivery options including in-person and virtual meeting formats. The contract covers comprehensive dispute resolution services, with clearly defined pricing structures: $850 for resolved cases involving in-person or combination meetings, $750 for fully virtual resolved cases, and $150 for unassigned or unresolved case assignments.

The IDV (Contract CSP009678) is awarded to Nicole DiCuccio and will operate from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2026, covering the entire state of Ohio. The contract was originally solicited through Request for Proposal No. SRC0000003071 and is classified under the UNSPSC code 80120000 for legal services. The contract type is a Competitive Selection, with recent amendments reducing cyber liability insurance coverage from $2,000,000 to $1,000,000 and extending the performance period. Mileage reimbursement will be provided at the current rate specified in the Ohio Office of Budget and Management's Travel Rule, ensuring comprehensive support for mediation and facilitation services.