Hearing Officer Services

The Stamford Public Schools (SPS) in Fairfield County, Connecticut, has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) numbered SPS RFQ 22-21 seeking qualified individuals to serve as Hearing Officers for various student-related proceedings. The primary scope of services involves presiding over formal hearings that include discipline hearings for student exclusion, FERPA Hearings, Residency Hearings, Transportation Appeals, and similar student matter proceedings. Qualified candidates must demonstrate prior successful experience in conducting these types of hearings and must be capable of issuing comprehensive written determinations. The RFQ requires hearing officers to hold and preside over formal hearings, documenting the proceedings and rendering formal written decisions. The solicitation opened on December 8, 2022, at 1:00 PM EST and will close on January 5, 2023, at 2:30 PM EST. Technical questions about the RFQ should be directed to Dr. Lori Rhodes, Associate Superintendent for School Development, while purchasing-related inquiries should be addressed to Vivens Joachim, BOE Management Analyst/Purchasing Agent.

The RFQ does not specify any specific set-aside designations, vendor restrictions, or preferences for disadvantaged enterprises. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or current contractors performing these services. The solicitation is open to all vendors and individuals who meet the qualification requirements, with no explicit limitations on who can respond. The documents do not disclose an estimated total contract value, budget range, or pricing terms, indicating this is primarily a qualifications-based selection process. Payment terms are listed as "vendor specified" with delivery terms defined as "Free On Board Destination." The RFQ has been designated as having no line items, suggesting that the selection will be based on the candidates' qualifications, experience, and ability to effectively conduct the required hearings rather than on a competitive pricing model. No information is provided about potential contract duration, renewal options, or the expected frequency of hearings.