Bid guide
How to bid on Los Angeles County Dispute Resolution Program (LACDRP) services
What LA County is buying and why it matters
Los Angeles County Workforce Development, Aging and Community Services (WDACS) is seeking providers for its Dispute Resolution Program (DRP). This program helps County residents resolve disputes outside of court.
The DRP aims to provide an alternative to traditional litigation, using trained volunteers to help settle differences quickly and without the added costs of attorneys and court fees. Services fall into three categories: Community dispute resolution, Day of Hearing Civil Court services, and Restorative Justice programs.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation is described as continuous, meaning the County accepts responses on a rolling basis with no fixed deadline. While an original proposal due date of March 5, 2019, at 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time was listed, the notice clarifies that responses are accepted continuously.
An optional Proposers’ Conference was held on Monday, February 11, 2019, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time. Parking reservations for this event were required by Thursday, February 7, 2019.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for professional service firms or organizations specializing in dispute resolution, mediation, and restorative justice practices. Vendors should have experience in providing services that help individuals resolve conflicts without formal court proceedings.
Organizations with a focus on community engagement, legal alternatives, and social services would be well-suited to respond to this request.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full documents and submission instructions, you need to visit the County of Los Angeles bid portal, LACoBids. Start by clicking the "View original source" link provided, which will take you directly to this bid's card on the LA County portal. No account is needed to view the initial information.
From the bid card, click on the solicitation number, DRP-1924-1, to access all the detailed information and downloadable documents. Once you have reviewed the solicitation, submit your response as directed within the documents. For questions, contact Rita Tufenkjian via email at [email protected] or the general DRP RFP email at [email protected].
Practical tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly outline your experience and expertise in all three service categories: Community, Day of Hearing Civil Court, and Restorative Justice. Provide specific examples of past successes in similar programs.
Highlight your approach to utilizing trained volunteers and how you ensure their effectiveness. Emphasize your understanding of the County's goal to provide accessible and cost-effective dispute resolution for residents. Ensure your proposal is well-organized and directly addresses all requirements outlined in the solicitation documents.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from LA County Workforce Development, Aging and Community Services; the original posting controls.