Los Angeles County Dispute Resolution Program (LACDRP) RFP

The Los Angeles County Workforce Development, Aging and Community Services (WDACS) is releasing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Dispute Resolution Program (DRP) Services, seeking qualified providers to deliver alternative dispute resolution services for county residents. The procurement aims to provide three distinct service categories: Community, Day of Hearing Civil Court, and Restorative Justice dispute resolution programs utilizing trained volunteers who help disputants resolve conflicts without court intervention. The RFP was posted on February 4, 2019, with proposals due on March 5, 2019, at 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time, and an optional Proposers' Conference scheduled for February 11, 2019, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the WDACS office in Los Angeles. Potential bidders are encouraged to submit questions via email to DRPRFP@wdacs.lacounty.gov, and full RFP details can be accessed through the county's website at https://wdacs.lacounty.gov/doing-business-with-wdacs/rfp/. Proposers must carefully review the comprehensive RFP documentation to understand the specific requirements, service expectations, and submission guidelines for the dispute resolution program.

While specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, interested organizations should carefully review the complete RFP for potential participation restrictions or preferences. The procurement appears to be open to qualified organizations capable of delivering comprehensive dispute resolution services across the three specified categories. Parking accommodations are available by reservation at the county's parking structure located at 523 Shatto Place, with additional meter parking options surrounding the WDACS office. Interested parties must demonstrate the ability to provide trained volunteer mediators, establish effective dispute resolution processes, and meet the county's service delivery standards. Although specific budget ranges or award values are not specified in the provided information, potential bidders should anticipate a comprehensive evaluation process that likely considers factors such as program design, volunteer training capabilities, community impact, and cost-effectiveness of proposed dispute resolution services.