Mediators and facilitators for the office for exceptional children

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Competitive Selection Contract CSP022252 provides specialized mediation and facilitation services for the Office for Exceptional Children. The contract enables procurement of professional dispute resolution services across Ohio, with three distinct service pricing models: $850 per case for in-person or combined meetings, $750 per case for virtual meetings, and $150 for unresolved cases without a mediation meeting. These services cover educational dispute resolution for exceptional children, with support available both in-person across six district regions and virtually in all Ohio counties.

The contract is awarded to Karen Hopper of Grove City, Ohio, and is managed by the DAS General Services Division, Office of Procurement Services. The contract period runs from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2026, representing a two-year mandatory use contract for the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce. The contract type is a Competitive Selection vehicle, with mileage reimbursement following Ohio's Office of Budget and Management (OBM) Travel Rule. A recent amendment adjusted the Cyber Liability Insurance coverage from $2,000,000 to $1,000,000 per claim and in aggregate, effective July 1, 2024, with standard Net 30 Days payment terms.