Texas Education Agency #701-26-017

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is seeking qualified professionals to provide Special Education Hearing Officer services for due process hearings under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). - Government Buyer: - Texas Education Agency (TEA) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; this is a professional services procurement. - Products/Services Requested: - Special Education Hearing Officer services - Presiding over special education due process hearings - Arbitration, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution - Legal representation and decision-making related to IDEA cases - No part numbers or quantities specified; services are provided as needed - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Proposals must include detailed documentation: pricing, signed contract terms, cover page questionnaire, conflict of interest forms, project understanding, methodology, management plan, experience and qualifications, writing sample, and rate cap - Officers must be qualified to conduct hearings and resolve disputes between parents and school districts regarding special education services - Place of Performance: - Services are performed for the Texas Education Agency, a state-level education authority

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is soliciting proposals for special education hearing officer services. These officers will preside over special education due process hearings filed by parents and school districts under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The solicitation includes requirements for pricing, required forms, and proposal documents. The contract covers arbitration, mediation, alternative dispute resolution, and legal services related to special education hearings.