Description
The Commonwealth of Kentucky, through its Department of Education, is seeking qualified individuals and organizations to serve as IDEA Due Process Hearing Officers and members of the Exceptional Children Appeals Board (ECAB). Six ECAB members are anticipated, each required to provide legal‑type hearing services, decision writing, and related support for disputes under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Compensation is $125 per hour for hearing services, plus $500 per day for required training (capped at $2,500 per calendar year). Travel and authorized expenses are reimbursed per state policy. No guaranteed minimum workload; vendors must be available at least 24 hours per month. Multiple contracts may be awarded; awards are subject to state approval and may be renewed for up to two additional two‑year periods.
• Serve as impartial hearing officers or ECAB members under Kentucky law (KRS 13B)
• Minimum availability: 24 hrs/month (points awarded for greater availability)
• Compensation: $125/hr (hearing work) + $500/day training (max $2,500/yr)
• Travel expense reimbursement per state policy
• Required qualifications: Rank I in education or equivalent law/psychology/counseling degree, Kentucky administrative hearing officer certification, no conflicts of interest
• Submission deadline: 4 PM 10/16/2026 via Kentucky eProcurement system
• Evaluation based on technical criteria (up to 1,000 points) and optional oral presentation (up to 200 points)