by Dave Alexander, Lincoln Strategies, LLC
GSA Schedule Contract for ADR Services
Abstract
The following is a brief summary of an article published in the ADR Journal. For a complete copy of the article, click on the green download button.
Federal agencies issue contracts for alternative dispute resolution (ADR) and facilitation services for many purposes, such as to develop regulations, settle complaints filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, settle other federal workplace grievances, resolve conflicts over federal water rights, help other nations develop a civil infrastructure, and train staff in ADR processes and facilitation techniques.
One way to become a provider of ADR or facilitation services for the government is to win a spot on the U.S. General Services Administration’s roster of approved contractors. GSA’s “HR and EEO Services” Schedule covers both services; and GSA’s “MOBIS” Schedule covers facilitation services. Obtaining a GSA Schedule Contract is a fairly straightforward process, and often provides firms with a method for marketing its services and performing task orders on a streamlined basis. These contracts also have disadvantages, however, that firms should carefully consider before deciding to obtain one.
Another approach is to submit proposals in response to an agency-specific requests for proposal (RFPs) for ADR or facilitation services. For some firms, the best approach is to participate as a subcontractor in a government contract that includes ADR or facilitation services.
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