Online Education - Unity Healing Center
ID: 75H71525Q00031Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENASHVILLE AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCNASHVILLE, TN, 37214, USA

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- GENERAL (U009)

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https://sam.gov/opp/24f3e1b30dc5468dbf5ee36ea14a9032/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service's Nashville Area Office, is seeking proposals for online education services to support residents at the Unity Healing Center in Cherokee, North Carolina. The objective is to establish a fully accredited virtual learning program for adolescents in treatment, aligned with North Carolina state standards for grades 6-12, which includes live virtual instruction, certified teachers, and personalized learning options for students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs). This initiative is crucial for maintaining educational continuity for youth undergoing treatment, thereby promoting their holistic development. Interested vendors should note that the contract is set to commence on October 1, 2025, and run through September 30, 2026, with four potential option years. Proposals must be submitted by June 25, 2025, at 5:00 PM ET, and inquiries can be directed to Andrew Rhoades at Andrew.Rhoades@ihs.gov.

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    Andrew Rhoades
    Andrew.Rhoades@ihs.gov
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    75H71525Q00031_Amd_0001.pdf
    This document is an amendment to a federal solicitation, specifically pertaining to the contract identified by solicitation number 75H71525Q00031. The amendment outlines the protocol for acknowledging receipt, indicating that offers must be modified before the specified opening date and time to be considered valid. The due date for submitting bids has been changed from June 13, 2025, to June 25, 2025, at 5:00 PM ET. The amendment also includes essential administrative details regarding the modification of contracts, such as the requirements for contractors to sign and return copies of the amendment. The document emphasizes the importance of timely acknowledgment to avoid rejection of offers and underlines that, except for the changes outlined, all other terms remain unchanged. The formal communication is issued by the Nashville Area Office, with signatures from relevant authorities confirming its authenticity. This amendment represents the standard administrative practices within federal contracting processes, ensuring transparency and compliance for all parties involved.
    75H71525Q00031_Amd_0002.pdf
    The document outlines amendments to a solicitation related to online education services for residents at Unity Healing Center, specifying the requirements for curriculum accreditation, course offerings, and operational logistics. It emphasizes the need for SACSCOC or Cognia accreditation to ensure the acceptance of online credits by schools in North Carolina, alongside mandated state standards in core subjects such as English and Math. The preferred instructional balance is heavily skewed towards self-paced learning, with a requirement that flexibility accommodates the unique treatment plans of students. Enrollment practices are outlined with minimal annual entries and a typical stay of 90 days, requiring ongoing support for staff and minimal teacher-student ratios. The document also touches on assessment methods, expected student outcomes, and integration with current educational systems. Additionally, it addresses the potential need for basic training for onsite staff regarding the virtual curriculum. Overall, this amendment serves to clarify procedural updates and expectations for prospective vendors involved in delivering educational services at the center, reflecting the government's focus on enhancing educational quality and responsiveness to student needs.
    75H71525Q00031.pdf
    The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Indian Health Services Nashville Area Office seeking online education curriculum services for the Unity Healing Center, a youth residential treatment facility in Cherokee, NC. The primary goal is to establish a virtual educational program aligned with North Carolina state standards for grades 6-12, accommodating the diverse educational needs of its adolescent residents. Key components include providing accredited virtual instruction, certified teachers for both individual and group support, and flexible scheduling for core subjects. Additionally, the plan encompasses credit recovery options, personalized learning for students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and robust data reporting on student progress. The contract duration spans from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, with four potential option years. The intended contract type is a blanket purchase agreement, and evaluation will weigh technical capability, pricing, and past performance. By offering these comprehensive online educational services, the Unity Healing Center aims to ensure that residents maintain educational continuity alongside their treatment, demonstrating a commitment to the holistic development of its youth populations.
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