Description
The Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) is seeking a qualified court‑reporting provider to support its Appeals Unit. Services must include certified in‑person reporting across the state and remote reporting via platforms such as Zoom, with transcripts delivered within ten business days. The contractor must be a Washington‑state certified court reporter organization, possess the required insurance, comply with stringent data‑security and AI‑use restrictions, and be able to cover roughly 5‑10 hearings annually. The contract runs from execution (by 29 Dec 2026) through 30 Dec 2029, with possible three‑year extensions.
• Certified court‑reporting (in‑person & electronic) for DRS Appeals Unit hearings and oral arguments.
• Deliver certified transcripts within 10 business days; handle pre‑hearing conferences, full hearings, and related transcription.
• Must meet Washington data‑security standards, maintain extensive insurance coverage, and obtain prior approval for any AI tools used.