Virgin Islands Buys #BD-26-380-3802-2263

Administrative Hearing Officer Services for Cannabis Regulation in the US Virgin Islands

The Virgin Islands Office of Cannabis Regulation (OCR) is seeking qualified individuals or firms to provide Administrative Hearing Officer services for cannabis-related regulatory hearings. - Government Buyer: - Virgin Islands Office of Cannabis Regulation (OCR) - Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs - Department of Property and Procurement - Services Requested: - Administrative Hearing Officer services for hearings involving license/permit denials, enforcement actions, suspensions, revocations, background check disputes, and appeals under VI Code Title 19 Chapter 34A - Management of pre-hearing processes, issuance of written findings/decisions, and maintenance of records - Qualifications & Requirements: - Minimum: JD and active law license with administrative law experience, or bachelor's degree with significant regulatory or administrative hearing experience - Preference for knowledge of cannabis regulation - Proof of registration, business licensing, and compliance with local laws - Estimated Caseload & Value: - Anticipated 10–23 cases annually - Hourly rates between $150–$200 - Estimated annual contract value: $15,000–$46,000 - Notable Details: - Services provided on a per-task, as-needed basis - No recurring salary or benefits; contract duration anticipated for initial 12–24 months post-licensing rollout - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named, as this is a professional services procurement.

Description

This solicitation is for the provision of Administrative Hearing Officer services for the Virgin Islands Office of Cannabis Regulation under the Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs. The Hearing Officer will preside over administrative hearings related to license and permit denials, enforcement actions, disqualification determinations, and appeals pursuant to VI Code Title 19 Chapter 34A. The contract is structured as an informal quotation process with services provided on a per-task basis, reflecting the anticipated low to moderate case volume during the initial rollout phase. The procurement aims to ensure due process and regulatory compliance while maintaining fiscal responsibility by avoiding a full-time position.

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