R--ASL FOR DAM SAFETY MEETING, BOISE 1OF2
ID: 140R8125Q0072Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF RECLAMATIONDENVER FED CENTERDENVER, CO, 80225, USA

NAICS

Translation and Interpretation Services (541930)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/06f3a687854e4f0fa0c6fb8ea9b89512/view
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    Description

    The Bureau of Reclamation, part of the Department of the Interior, intends to award a sole source contract to KLR Interpreting, L.L.C for American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation services during a two-day meeting in Boise, Idaho, scheduled for January 27-30, 2025. The procurement aims to ensure effective communication for a Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing federal employee, requiring interpreters with expertise in technical ASL interpretations related to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) topics pertinent to reservoir management and safety. Interested parties may submit capability statements by January 23, 2025, to Megan Swift via email, with the contract performance period emphasizing adherence to federal guidelines for travel reimbursement and security protocols. For further inquiries, contact Connieann Tudela-Kately at 303-445-2537 or via email at ctudelakately@usbr.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tudela-Kately, Connieann
    (303) 445-2537
    ctudelakately@usbr.gov
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    Notice_of_Intent_to_Sole_Source_1.pdf
    The Bureau of Reclamation within the Department of the Interior plans to award a sole source contract to KLR Interpreting, L.L.C for American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation services and related travel, classified under NAICS Code 541930. The sole sourcing decision follows federal regulations allowing non-competitive procurement when only one responsible source meets the agency's needs. The contract is expected to be awarded by January 2025, with a performance period from January 27 to January 30, 2025. This notice serves to inform potential interested parties that they may submit capability statements if they believe they can fulfill the requirements outlined in the Statement of Work. However, this is not a request for competitive proposals, and all responses must be received by January 23, 2025, at noon EST, directed to Megan Swift via email. Interested sources are required to have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM).
    PWS_Final_1.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter services by the Bureau of Reclamation for a two-day meeting in Boise, Idaho, from January 27-30, 2025. These services are intended to support communication for a Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing federal employee during discussions related to varying scientific and engineering disciplines in the context of reservoir management and safety. The scope requires a minimum of two qualified interpreters versed in technical ASL interpretations of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) topics that are specific to Reclamation’s operations. Performance criteria emphasize the need for effective communication without significant interruptions and proper preparation for site conditions. The proposal includes obligations for travel reimbursement under federal guidelines and emphasizes strict adherence to security protocols regarding contractor identification and confidentiality related to Controlled Unclassified Information. The document also outlines necessary training and qualifications for interpreters, stipulating that they should have graduated from accredited programs and possess continuing education. Overall, the RFP underscores the Bureau’s commitment to inclusiveness and accessibility in federal employee communication, while ensuring that contracted services align with requirement standards for government performance.
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