SPED SPEECH SERVICES 3 BIE SCHOOLS
ID: 140A2325Q0006Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRSINDIAN EDUCATION ACQUISITION OFFICEAlbuquerque, NM, 87104, USA

NAICS

Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (621340)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4d1879ef13b9441f9e6907ddf14af4bb/view
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    Description

    The Bureau of Indian Affairs, under the Department of the Interior, is seeking proposals for Speech Language Services for three Bureau of Indian Education schools, with the contract period running from January 1 to June 30, 2025. The procurement aims to secure qualified vendors to provide essential speech-related services, including participation in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and documentation of services in the NASIS system, while ensuring that all contract work is performed by small business entities. This initiative is crucial for meeting the educational needs of students requiring special education services, thereby enhancing their learning experiences. Interested vendors should contact Lori Moore at lori.moore@bie.edu or call 505-705-7887 for further details, and must adhere to the submission guidelines outlined in the Request for Proposal (RFP) document.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Moore, Lori
    (505) 705-7887
    lori.moore@bie.edu
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    The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), seeking Speech Language Services for three Bureau of Indian Education schools from January 1 to June 30, 2025. The RFP outlines the requirements for vendors to provide speech-related services, which include participating in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and documenting services in the NASIS system. The solicitation is set aside for small businesses under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 621340 and emphasizes compliance with various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses. Vendors are required to submit detailed proposals, including hours and pricing per service, and must adhere to specific guidelines like ensuring that 100% of the contract is fulfilled by small business entities. The document includes references to additional clauses for contract administration, invoicing procedures, and reporting fraud or mismanagement. The anticipated outcome of this RFP is to secure qualified services that meet the educational needs of students in the indicated schools. Overall, it represents a structured approach to acquire essential educational services while promoting small business participation.
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