New York State Contract Reporter #OCA-DGCP-068

Research and Technical Assistance Services for NYS Court Personnel Training

The New York State Unified Court System (UCS) is seeking a qualified vendor to provide research and technical assistance services for a statewide training initiative focused on best practices for engaging individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (ID/DD) in the court system. - Government Buyer: - New York State Unified Court System (UCS), Office of Court Administration, Division of Grants, Contracts & Procurement - Scope of Services: - Conduct needs assessments and research for Family Court judges, court attorneys, court officers, clerks, and probation officers - Develop and analyze surveys, support advisory committees and focus groups - Create evidence-based training programs and related publications - Manage logistics for both virtual and in-person training sessions, including curriculum development, event management, and certification logistics - Target Audience: - Family Court judges, court attorneys, court officers, clerks, and probation officers across New York State - Locations: - Training and services will be delivered in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Albany, and Rochester - Funding and Duration: - Maximum contract value of $360,000 over approximately three years - Notable Requirements: - Minimum of three years’ experience in relevant research and training - Expertise in evidence-based practices for individuals with ID/DD - Compliance with New York State Procurement Lobbying Act and required proposal certifications - No specific OEMs, product part numbers, or hardware/software solutions are mentioned; this is a professional services procurement.

Description

The New York State Unified Court System (UCS) is soliciting proposals to provide research and technical assistance to support and implement statewide training for NYS Court Personnel. The project, funded by a grant from the New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities, aims to train Family Court judges, court attorneys, court officers, clerks, and probation officers on best practices for engaging with individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (ID/DD). The contract term is from May 15, 2026, to December 31, 2028, with a maximum funding of $360,000. The work includes needs assessment, advisory committee support, program development, and both virtual and in-person training logistics across four judicial departments.

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