Professional Development in Special Education for
ID: 140A2325Q0061Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER (U099)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8cc5d4cd0aa74893b1b84d21cc68afb1/view
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    The Bureau of Indian Affairs, specifically the Indian Education Acquisition Office, is soliciting proposals for professional development training in special education for Beclabito Day School, aimed at enhancing services for students with disabilities. The contractor will be responsible for providing on-site training, with a firm delivery date set for May 30, 2025, and must adhere to federal regulations, including background checks and safety protocols for personnel. This initiative is particularly significant as it supports educational services within Indian communities while promoting the participation of Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE). Interested vendors can reach out to Charmaine Williams-James at Charmaine.Williams-James@bie.edu or call 505-803-4266 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    WILLIAMS-JAMES, CHARMAINE
    (505) 803-4266
    Charmaine.Williams-James@bie.edu
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    The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) for professional development training in special education for Beclabito Day School, focusing on services for students with disabilities. Issued by the Bureau of Indian Education, it specifies that the solicitation is set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) and emphasizes compliance with federal regulations. The contractor is responsible for providing on-site training, with a delivery date set for May 30, 2025. Key contractual elements include a firm fixed-price purchase order, background checks for contractor employees, and mandatory adherence to safety protocols, including immunization requirements for on-site personnel. The contractor must utilize the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Internet Payment Platform for invoicing, ensuring accurate and timely payments. Furthermore, the document stresses cultural sensitivity due to the demographics of the school community. Provisions for contract closeout, rights to data, and the prohibition on unauthorized work are also detailed, highlighting the governance structure that maintains compliance and accountability. Overall, this solicitation emphasizes the government's intent to provide essential educational services while supporting small businesses within Indian communities.
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