Special Education Policy Review-Legal Services

Laramie County School District Number One is seeking legal services for a comprehensive special education policy review through a Request for Proposal (RFP) released on August 4, 2023, with proposals due on September 6, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. The district requires a legal firm with specialized expertise in special education policy to conduct an extensive review of its current special education policies and procedures. Proposers must demonstrate significant legal experience in special education matters, provide detailed firm profiles, key personnel assignments, and project narratives. The contract will commence immediately after Board approval and run through June 30, 2024, with potential options to renew for two additional one-year periods. Evaluation criteria will likely include the proposer's qualifications, depth of special education legal expertise, references, and absence of Bar Association complaints. The district manages a complex educational infrastructure serving 14,200 students across 42 school and department complexes, with technological resources including 7,000 computers, 17,000 iPads, and over 250 servers.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. However, the district's vendor guidelines indicate a preference for Wyoming resident bidders, with a 5% preference for Wyoming commodity bidders and a 10% preference for printing bids. Travel and expense reimbursement will follow current IRS guidelines, and all pricing will be FOB Cheyenne. Vendors must register on the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System and complete a Vendor's Application form to be eligible to bid. While no specific budget range is disclosed in the documents, the procurement process suggests contracts over $50,000 require formal bidding and Board of Trustees approval. The district utilizes VISA Purchasing Cards and requires vendors to comply with Wyoming sales tax regulations, worker's compensation coverage, and provide appropriate documentation such as W-9 forms and certificates of insurance. The procurement is governed by the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Code of Ethics, emphasizing transparent, merit-based selection.