Dispute Resolution Services (Mediators and IEP Facilitators)
| Location: | Iowa |
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| Posted: | Mar 16, 2026 |
| Due: | Apr 16, 2026 |
| Agency: | State Government of Iowa |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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| Solicitation No: | 005-RFP-2341-2026 |
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Bid Information
Bid Number
005-RFP-2341-2026
Solicitation
Dispute Resolution Services (Mediators and IEP Facilitators)
Solicitation Type
Request for Proposals
County
Polk
Description
Description
The purpose of this RFP is to solicit proposals from qualified Respondents to serve in one or more dispute resolution roles arising under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), 20 U.S.C. § 1400 et seq.
A similar RFP for these services was posted in October 2024 as 005-RFP-1304-2025. This solicitation seeks to identify and award additional service providers for the same services requested under that prior RFP. Any contract resulting from this solicitation will run concurrently with, and be aligned in term with, the contract(s) awarded under RFP 005-RFP-1304-2025.
Respondents that were awarded a contract under RFP 005-RFP-1304-2025 are not eligible for award under this solicitation.
The Agency seeks qualified professionals to serve in the following roles:
Special Education Mediators – Support the resolution of special education disputes between parents, school districts, and Area Education Agencies. If the parties reach agreement on some or all issues, the Mediator assists in drafting a legally binding agreement reflecting the terms of resolution.
Individualized Education Program (IEP) Facilitators – Provide an early, voluntary form of alternative dispute resolution. The neutral Facilitator helps reduce conflict, maintain focus on student outcomes, support effective communication among team members, and guide the team through productive problem-solving processes.
The Agency may award contracts to multiple successful Respondents. Contractors will be assigned to cases on a rotational, random, or other equitable basis as determined by the Agency.
Full solicitation information can be found here:
https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?CustomerOrg=DASIowa
Agency Information
Number
005
Name
Administrative Services, Dept
Address 1
1305 E Walnut ST
Address 2
City/State/Zip
Des Moines, IA 50319
Contact Information
Contact Name
Jocelyn Brincks
Contact Title
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Contact Email
Contact Phone Number
(515) 499-3659
Contact Phone Extension
Contact Other Number
Contact Fax Number
Valid Dates
From
3/15/2026 5:00:00 PM
Until
4/16/2026 2:00:00 PM
Documents/Attachments
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Bid Due: 6/24/2026
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