NCD #05–490
May 16, 2005
Contact: Mark S. Quigley
202-272-2004
202-272-2074 TTY
mquigley@ncd.gov

National Council on Disability Publishes ADA Implementation Project Request for Proposals

WASHINGTON--The National Council on Disability (NCD) today published a request for proposals on Federal Business Opportunities (http://www.fedbizopps.gov/) for an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Implementation Project (Solicitation Number NCD05-04).

NCD is responsible for gathering information about the implementation, effectiveness, and impact of ADA. NCD’s work in this area over the past three years has focused on identifying problems or gaps in ADA implementation and understanding what factors enhance or impede ADA implementation. In the 2003-2004 “Righting the ADA” project, NCD analyzed the effects of unfavorable Supreme Court interpretations in ADA cases and developed legislative recommendations for restoring ADA to its original intent. NCD is currently conducting an ADA impact study, gathering information about the impact of ADA and determining whether the law’s goals are being achieved. Building on findings from this earlier work, NCD would like to bring together ADA stakeholders to develop recommendations on how to improve ADA implementation and make its goals a reality for individuals with disabilities.

The contractor will establish a mechanism whereby ADA stakeholders, including people with disabilities, businesses, employers, state and local governments, and federal agencies, can engage in a national dialogue on ADA and examine strategies for more effectively implementing it. The contractor must demonstrate the ability to successfully identify and reach out to relevant stakeholders, facilitate consensus building among groups with different perspectives and interests, and assist NCD in developing an effective public information and awareness campaign. Based on stakeholder input, the contractor will prepare a final report with specific recommendations for improving ADA implementation.

The estimated contract period is 12 months. NCD will expect interested parties to submit their responses by June 20, 2005. Copies of the RFP may be requested by mail or picked up at NCD. All requests must reference the RFP number (NCD05-04) and title (Americans with Disabilities Act Implementation Project). For more information, contact Julie Carroll, jcarroll@ncd.gov, 1331 F Street, NW, Suite 850, Washington, DC 20004; 202-272-2004 or 202-272-2074 TTY.

Media questions should be directed to Mark Quigley at 202-272-2004.

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