Courts of Limited Jurisdiction Leadership Education Programming
The Administrative Office of the Courts (“AOC”) is a state agency within Washington’s judicial branch providing support to Washington’s non-unified courts through a wide range of services. The AOC is committed to ensuring equal access to justice and to increasing informed access to the legal system. The District and Municipal Court Judges’ Association (“DMCJA”) is a 501(c)6 nonprofit corporation created through statute (Chapter 3.70) for the purpose of continuously surveying and studying the operations of courts of limited jurisdiction, suggesting rules for the administration of the courts, and reporting to the Supreme Court and Governor on the condition of business in the courts of limited jurisdiction, including recommendations for needed changes. DMCJA and AOC are system partners with a high degree of collaboration.
The AOC, on behalf of DMCJA, desires to enter into a Contract with a qualified Vendor to provide education to Washington State Courts of Limited Jurisdiction judicial officers on the topics of leadership, mentorship, coaching, court management and related areas to support DMCJA in developing a leadership culture. Participants in this training event may be new to the bench or come with years of experience but seek to enhance their leadership skills.
All Bidders must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Experience Requirements:
- Licensed to do business in the State of Washington or provide a commitment that it will become licensed in Washington within thirty (30) calendar days of being selected as an Apparently Successful Bidder.
- The curriculum and programming must meet the Washington Courts’ requirements for Continuing Judicial Education (CJE/s) credits. Requirements found here gagr26standards.doc
- Minimum two years knowledge and experience with Washington State Court Processes and Procedures.
- Knowledge and experience in leadership, mentorship, court management practices, coaching and other topics as described in the Scope of this Informal Solicitation.
All interested bidders, please refer to WEBS for complete posting. Informal Solicitation RFP #2024-10-23.
All amendments will be posted on WEBS. Washington's Electronic Business Solution
Robin Toth, Procurement Coordinator.
