Bid guide
How to bid on Los Angeles County Dispute Resolution Program (LACDRP) services
What LA County is buying
Los Angeles County Workforce Development, Aging and Community Services (WDACS) is seeking providers for its Dispute Resolution Program (DRP) services. These services help County residents resolve disputes outside of court.
The DRP includes three service categories: Community disputes, Day of Hearing Civil Court cases, and Restorative Justice. The goal is to provide quick resolution without the added costs of attorneys and court fees, often using trained volunteers.
Key dates and deadlines
This is a continuous solicitation, meaning the County accepts responses on a rolling basis with no fixed deadline. While a March 5, 2019, 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time proposal due date was listed, the solicitation remains open.
An optional Proposers’ Conference was held on Monday, February 11, 2019, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time at WDACS, 3175 West Sixth Street, Room 105, Los Angeles, CA 9020. Parking reservations were available for this event.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for professional service providers specializing in dispute resolution, mediation, and restorative justice programs. Firms with experience in community-based conflict resolution and civil court support services would be a good fit.
Organizations that can deploy trained volunteers to assist disputants in resolving differences quickly and cost-effectively are encouraged to respond. The solicitation number is DRP-1924-3.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation documents and submission instructions, visit the County of Los Angeles bid portal, LACoBids. You can find this bid by clicking the “View original source” link provided, which will take you directly to the bid’s card on the portal.
Once on the bid card, click the solicitation number to view all details and download necessary documents. Submit your response as directed in the solicitation. For questions, contact Rita Tufenkjian at [email protected] or email [email protected].
Tips for a competitive response
When preparing your proposal, clearly outline your experience in each of the three service categories: Community, Day of Hearing Civil Court, and Restorative Justice. Provide specific examples of past successes in these areas.
Highlight your approach to utilizing trained volunteers and how you ensure their effectiveness. Detail your proposed methods for dispute resolution, emphasizing how your services will help County residents resolve issues without needing court intervention. Ensure your proposal addresses all requirements outlined in the full 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.