Regional Arbitrators for the CSEA Expedited Process Procedure

The New York State Office of Employee Relations has awarded a contract for arbitrator services to support the Civil Service Employees Association, Inc. (CSEA) under the Regional Expedited Process, in accordance with Article 33 of the CSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. The arbitrators involved were mutually selected by the State and the Union, ensuring a collaborative process. An exemption from advertising requirements has been approved by the Office of the State Comptroller, allowing for a single-source award to Jay Siegel, who is the designated recipient. The contract spans from January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024, and covers all counties within New York State, with services to be provided across the entire state. The solicitation for this contract was posted on January 9, 2024, with a response deadline of January 17, 2024. The procurement falls under NAICS code 812990, which pertains to other personal services, and is managed by the New York State Office of Employee Relations within the Governor’s Office. The primary contact for this contract is Brett Reish, Contract Management Specialist 2, who can be reached via email or phone for any questions or comments related to this sole-source procurement. The contract aims to facilitate expedited arbitration processes within the specified timeframe and geographic scope, ensuring efficient dispute resolution for CSEA members across New York State.