MRC Hearing Officers - Individuals

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC), is seeking to procure the services of qualified individuals to serve as Fair Hearing Officers. The MRC is requesting responses from interested and available candidates to conduct due process hearings for individuals with disabilities who are consumers of the MRC. The initial contract term is 5 years, with an option to renew for an additional 3 years. Responses must be submitted by April 29, 2019 at 4:00 PM for contracts starting July 1, 2019. Qualified Fair Hearing Officers will be compensated on an hourly basis within a rate range of $50-$100 per hour for activities such as preparing for the hearing, conducting the hearing, and analyzing data and writing the decision. Travel reimbursement will also be provided at $0.45 per mile. MRC is committed to awarding contracts to providers that demonstrate cultural competency, and bidders must submit a Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) Plan Form as part of their response.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The current contract is held by an incumbent provider, though the identity is not disclosed. Funding for the contract will come from the Commonwealth's general appropriations, but the total award value or budget range is not provided. Bidders must comply with all applicable state procurement laws and regulations, including the submission of standard Commonwealth forms such as the Substitute W-9 and Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing.