Mediators and facilitators for the office for exceptional children

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Competitive Selection Contract CSP009890 provides comprehensive mediation and facilitation services for the Office for Exceptional Children within the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce. The contract offers tiered pricing for case resolution, including $850 per case for in-person or combined meetings, $750 for virtual meetings, and $150 for unresolved cases. Services are initially focused on in-person support in specific counties within Districts 5 and 6, with virtual services available statewide, addressing legal services related to exceptional children's educational needs.

The contract is awarded to Randy L. Fisher from Columbus, Ohio, and has a performance period from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026. Established through a competitive selection process, this mandatory use contract allows for statewide utilization with a structured pricing model and includes mileage reimbursement at the current Ohio Office of Budget and Management (OBM) travel rate. A recent amendment reduced the Cyber Liability Insurance coverage from $2,000,000 to $1,000,000 per claim and in aggregate while extending the contract's duration.