Single Source Notice – Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Legal Consultation and Training Services

Summary The Northeast Florida Educational Consortium (NEFEC) seeks professional legal consultation and training services to support Exceptional Student Education (ESE) compliance, leadership development, and capacity building for member districts. Services include the LEARN & LEAD training series in multiple regions, a make-up session, and specialized webinars on complex ESE legal topics. The goal is to equip district personnel with practical, up-to-date, and legally sound guidance to ensure compliance with federal and state special education requirements. These services strengthen district knowledge and leadership while promoting consistent interpretation and implementation of ESE laws and regulations. They support grant initiatives and align with Florida Department of Education Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services (BEESS) priorities. Through a structured training model, participating districts will receive ongoing support to enhance compliance, reduce legal risk, and improve services for students with disabilities. Brief Description: Professional legal consultation, training, and webinar services focused on ESE compliance, leadership development, and capacity building, including the LEARN & LEAD training series and specialized ESE legal topic webinars. Estimated Value: $40,000 – $44,000 Term (Years): 1 Year (FY 2026-2027) Vendor: Resolutions in Special Education, Inc. (Julie Weatherly, Esq.) Justification: Resolutions in Special Education, Inc., led by Julie Weatherly, Esq., is selected for its specialized expertise in special education law, proven record of high-quality training for NEFEC member districts, and proprietary LEARN & LEAD training model. The vendor provides a unique blend of legal expertise, practical application, and consistent service that helps districts meet compliance needs and aligns with FLDOE/BEESS objectives. Its structured approach, demonstrated effectiveness, and longstanding relationships with participating districts make this vendor the most practical and responsive choice.