Who this is for

Right-sized support for real operational needs

School district administrators preparing to contract for FBA, BIP or direct behavior support.

Organizations rarely need another generic policy document. They need a clear professional scope, experienced judgment and practical steps that can be followed by the people doing the work.

Signs it may be time for outside support

  • The district needs clear contractor deliverables
  • Licensure and confidentiality requirements are not listed
  • Review cadence and staff handoffs need definition

These signals are starting points for a conversation—not a diagnosis or proof that a specific service is required. The useful question is which responsibilities and constraints need to change first.

What a well-scoped engagement can address

  • Define service activities and relevant campuses
  • Set credential, authorization and record-handling requirements
  • Document deliverables, timelines and decision rights

How the work should be approached

This checklist is a procurement planning resource, not legal advice. It should be adapted to district policy and jurisdictional rules.

Before an engagement begins, the parties should confirm deliverables, timelines, contact points, professional qualifications, confidentiality requirements and how progress will be reviewed. For direct clinical or school-based services, any required state licenses and contract approvals must be in place first.

Common questions

Does the checklist include prices?

No. It focuses on service scope and contractor evaluation criteria.

Can a district request tailored help?

Yes. Clinical Tactician can review the proposed scope and determine the appropriate next step.

Related services and resources

For related responsibilities and implementation decisions, explore the neighboring topics below.