IDEA Formal Complaint Investigators

The Kentucky Department of Education is seeking to award multiple contracts to individuals and/or companies to provide IDEA Formal Complaint Investigation services. The selected contractors will be responsible for investigating allegations of violations of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) by local education agencies. The contractors will receive an hourly rate and reimbursement for authorized expenses, including travel. The scope of work includes investigation and review, written products and timelines, and professional standards and compliance. The contractors will be required to maintain confidentiality, adhere to KDE-established formats and templates, and participate in ongoing training. Key aspects of the job include: • Investigating allegations of IDEA violations by local education agencies • Preparing written products, such as Notification of Complaint Letters and Reports of Findings • Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to professional standards • Participating in ongoing training and maintaining technical writing skills • Analyzing case law and applying it to facts and circumstances of a particular situation • Using computers, Microsoft Word, and email effectively and independently