FY26 OTSO / Driver Training Educational Entity Liaison

The Ohio Traffic Safety Office (OTSO) is seeking an Independent Contractor to serve as a Driver Training Educational Entity Liaison for fiscal year 2026. This procurement is for a professional services contract focused on providing comprehensive technical assistance and communication support across public, private, and charter educational institutions regarding driver training programs. The selected contractor will act as the primary point of contact for driver training initiatives, responsible for responding to compliance inquiries, supporting driver school regulatory requirements, and collaborating with the Department of Education and Workforce to expand driver training access. Key deliverables include preparing reports, developing program policies, facilitating communication between educational entities and OTSO, and traveling throughout Ohio to visit and support potential new driver training schools. Qualified candidates must submit a resume demonstrating professional credentials and references. The contract opportunity was posted on September 15, 2025, with proposal submissions due by September 22, 2025. The compensation structure is set at $60.00 per hour, not to exceed $49,980 in the fiscal year.

The contract does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The Independent Contractor is expected to provide their own vehicle, phone, internet, and email services, and must maintain detailed records of communications and activities. The contract will be administered through a Master Annual Contract Template from the Ohio Department of Public Safety, with an effective period from the receipt of a purchase order through June 30 of the specified year, with potential renewal options not exceeding 24 months. The contractor will be responsible for all business expenses, workers' compensation coverage, and must comply with state requirements including equal opportunity regulations and ethics laws. All deliverables will become the property of the Ohio Department of Public Safety. The total contract value is structured as an hourly rate compensation model, with invoicing limited to once per 30-day period and payment processed within 30 days of receiving an acceptable invoice, contingent on fund availability as determined by the Ohio General Assembly.