Speech Language Pathologist for Mariano Lake Commu
ID: 140A2324Q0527Type: Solicitation
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRSINDIAN EDUCATION ACQUISITION OFFICEAlbuquerque, NM, 87104, USA

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

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Indian Affairs, is soliciting proposals for Speech Language Pathologist services at the Mariano Lake Community School. The procurement aims to secure a firm fixed-price contract for the provision of specialized educational services, with a performance period from October 5, 2024, to June 30, 2025. These services are crucial for supporting the communication needs of students, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while promoting engagement from small and disadvantaged businesses. Interested contractors must submit their quotes, demonstrating technical capability and all-inclusive pricing, by the specified deadline, and can reach out to Ashleigh Cleveland at Ashleigh.Cleveland@bia.gov for further inquiries.

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    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the provision of Speech Language Pathologist services at the Mariano Lake Community School, managed by the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Education. The anticipated contract is a firm fixed-price purchase order with a performance period from October 5, 2024, to June 30, 2025. It emphasizes compliance with federal regulations and offers guidance for submitting quotes, specifying requirements such as final pricing that includes all applicable taxes and a comprehensive description of services. It requires contractors to demonstrate technical capability and qualifications, submit all-inclusive pricing, and adhere to invoice instructions through the U.S. Treasury's Internet Payment Platform (IPP). Important security protocols must be followed to protect personal identifiable information (PII). The evaluation will assess technical expertise and price, with preference for small and disadvantaged businesses. The document invites prospective contractors to ask technical questions by a specified deadline and provides key contact information for submission of quotes and further correspondence. Overall, this RFP illustrates the federal government's structured approach in acquiring specialized educational services, ensuring compliance, and promoting small business engagement.
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