IDEA Mediator

The Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Department of Education seeks qualified individuals or firms to provide IDEA mediation services statewide. Mediators will resolve disputes between local education agencies and parents of students with disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Compensation is a flat $75 per hour plus reimbursable travel and training expenses. No minimum workload is guaranteed; however, awardees must be able to provide at least 80 hours of mediation services per year and be available for statewide travel and training. The contract term runs from January 1 2027 to June 30 2028, with possible two‑year renewal options. • Flat hourly rate: $75/hr (plus travel/training reimbursements) • Minimum service commitment: 80 hours annually (≈ $6,000 base) • Required qualifications: licensed attorney, certified special‑education teacher, or court‑approved mediator with 40 hrs training • Evaluation criteria: mandatory requirements, mediation experience, qualifications, availability, oral presentation (optional) • Submission deadline: 4 PM 09/22/2026 via Kentucky e‑Procurement system • No guaranteed minimum volume; contracts awarded on a “first‑come‑first‑served” basis after evaluation • Potential contract renewal for up to two additional two‑year periods