Statewide Mediation Services Multi-year year small purchase

The state and local contract opportunity is for Statewide Mediation Services issued by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). The Administrative Hearings Unit of DCFS requires licensed mediators to provide mediation services concerning child welfare issues. The contracted mediators will be present at administrative hearings if requested, with the goal of providing participants an equal opportunity to express their needs and interests related to the case and achieve mediation agreements more likely to be adhered to than imposed agreements. The contract term is for a multi-year period from the date of award through June 30, 2021, with no renewal options. Responses are due by 3:00 PM Central Time on May 15, 2018. The pricing for this contract will be on an hourly rate basis, with a fixed monthly payment amount. Expenses are not allowed. The total contract value is estimated not to exceed $30,000 per year or $90,000 over the three-year term. Subcontractors may be utilized with prior approval. All services must be performed in the United States.

The opportunity does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed. The available files do not provide any information on funding requirements, sources, or budget ranges. Vendors must complete the required Forms A and Forms B certifications and disclosures, including compliance with state laws and regulations, financial interests and conflicts of interest, and taxpayer identification.