American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter Services
ID: N00244-26-Q-S005Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSUP FLT LOG CTR SAN DIEGOSAN DIEGO, CA, 92136, USA

NAICS

Translation and Interpretation Services (541930)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: TRANSLATION AND INTERPRETING (R608)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Defense, through the NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide in-person American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter Services under a combined synopsis/solicitation. The procurement aims to establish a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract for a base year, with four additional option years, to support various events primarily at Naval Base San Diego, requiring a minimum of 10 days' notice for service requests. This contract is crucial for ensuring effective communication and accessibility for deaf and hard-of-hearing personnel within the military context. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by December 15, 2025, and are encouraged to register in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to submission; technical questions are due by December 11, 2025. For further inquiries, potential offerors can contact Yesica Lorena Burrill at yesica.l.burrill.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 619-556-9627.

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    This government file outlines the cost breakdown for In-Person ASL Interpreter Services, likely part of an RFP or grant. It details the pricing structure for a base year and four optional years, with an additional 6-month extension under FAR 52.217-8. The document specifies categories such as Direct Labor, Overhead, G&A Rate, Total Cost, and Profit, culminating in a Total Price for each period. The file emphasizes that the "Offeror is responsible for accuracy of all formulas in its submission," indicating a requirement for bidders to provide precise financial calculations for these services. The structure suggests a comprehensive financial proposal for securing ASL interpreter services over an extended period.
    This document, Solicitation No. N00244-26-Q-S005, is a Question and Answer (Q&A) attachment related to a federal government Request for Proposal (RFP) or similar procurement. It clarifies details for potential bidders. Key points include identifying the solicitation as a follow-on contract to N00244-24-P-0056, directing bidders to Attachment 1 for a pricing template, and instructing them to refer to sections L and M within the Combined Synopsis for bid submission requirements. The document also specifies a 36-hour service period for 12 months and mentions that past service utilization (frequency and volume of interpretation services) and the estimated number of annual task orders are relevant considerations. This Q&A aims to provide necessary information for vendors to prepare and submit a compliant bid.
    This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, N00244-26-Q-S005, for in-person American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter Services for NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego (FLCSD). The solicitation is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS Code 541930, with a business size standard of $22.5 million. It opened upon posting and closes on December 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM Pacific Standard Time. The contract will be Firm Fixed Price (FFP) with a base year (JAN 2026 – DEC 2026) and four option years, extending through December 2030. Services include providing ASL interpreters for various events within the greater San Diego area, primarily at Naval Base San Diego, with a minimum of 10 days' notice from FLCSD. Contractors must complete Representations and Certifications in SAM (System for Award Management) and be familiar with applicable FAR and DFARS clauses. Technical questions are due by December 11, 2025, and quotes must be submitted via email by the solicitation closing date.
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