Part C of IDEA Mediation

The Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is issuing a solicitation to engage qualified contractors to provide Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) mediation services. These services are intended to facilitate communication and resolution between parents, early intervention service contractors, and service providers upon request, supporting early childhood development and special education needs. The contract, identified by solicitation number 27DCYF-EL-001, has a performance period starting from July 21, 2025, with a response deadline of August 14, 2025. The expected contract value ranges from $50,000 to $200,000, and the services will be executed within the state of Washington. The primary contact for this solicitation is Kristine Gorgas, reachable via email or phone, and interested vendors can find additional information through the provided online portal. This procurement aligns with the agency’s broader efforts to enhance early intervention and child welfare programs, as evidenced by related contracts for professional development and community engagement initiatives. For example, previous contracts have included providing substance use disorder training for home visiting providers and developing equitable engagement strategies for child welfare and early learning programs. These efforts emphasize collaborative, culturally responsive approaches to supporting families and service providers. The current solicitation underscores the agency’s focus on ensuring effective mediation services to improve outcomes for children and families involved in early intervention programs, with a clear emphasis on timely, professional, and accessible dispute resolution services within the state’s early childhood system.