Award
George Mason University Cobblestone #GMU-DR0709-25-05
Civil Rights Compliance Investigation Services
Recipient
Grey Zone LLC
Awarded
May 20, 2026
Identifier
GMU-DR0709-25-05
The government buyer is George Mason University, specifically the Office of Access, Compliance and Community (OACC), located in Fairfax, VA. The awarded vendor is Grey Zone LLC, based in Richmond, VA, with Virginia SWaM Certification #839149. The contract scope includes providing investigative services, conducting hearings and appeals, and delivering trainings related to Civil Rights compliance, including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, and ADA. Services are primarily remote, with some in-person options. Pricing is hourly: $340 for investigation and hearing services, $315 for support and administrative tasks and training, with some free offerings. Travel expenses are reimbursed per university policies. The contract has a two-year initial period with four renewal options, potentially extending up to ten years. The contract emphasizes confidentiality, data security, background checks, and compliance with university policies. The contract administrator is Thomas Bluestein. The contract includes detailed terms on scope modifications, legal restrictions, and termination procedures.
Description
This contract pertains to Civil Rights Compliance Investigation Services with the contractor Grey Zone LLC. The contract is set to expire on May 19, 2028, with four renewal options remaining, and a final expiration date of May 19, 2036.