Alternative Disputes Resolution (ADR) Clause Samples

Alternative Disputes Resolution (ADR). These procedures include settlement negotiations, mediation, and fact-finding. In the event the Recipient decides to appeal the decision of the Grants Officer, the Recipient is encouraged to enter into ADR procedures with the Grants Officer, as set forth herein: (a) If the Recipient decides to appeal under ADR, it must within 90 calendar days from the date that it receives the Grants Officer’s written decision, mail or otherwise furnish to the Grants Officer notice that an appeal is intended using the ADR procedures herein. The appeal shall include a description of the claim or dispute, reference to the pertinent ESCA terms, and a statement of factual areas of agreement and disagreement. (b) Within 30 calendar days from the date that the Grants Officer is furnished the Recipient’s appeal the Grants Officer shall provide all data, documentation, and pertinent information, required for use on a pending appeal to the Department of the Army, Assistant Chief of Staff for Installation Management. PROPOSED (c) The Assistant Chief of Staff for Installation Management shall review the facts pertinent to the dispute or secure assistance from legal and other advisors and issue a written decision with supporting rationale.