Opportunity
North Carolina eVP #193-2026-04
Henderson County Public Schools Seeks Nursing Services for Medically Complex Students
Posted
March 24, 2026
Respond By
April 23, 2026
Identifier
193-2026-04
NAICS
621610
Henderson County Public Schools (HCPS) in North Carolina is seeking a qualified nursing agency to provide individualized nursing services for students with significant medical needs for the 2026-2027 school year. - Government Buyer: - Henderson County Public Schools (Purchasing Department) - Scope of Services: - Provision of Registered Nurses (RNs) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for direct medical support to students with paraplegia, quadriplegia, or multiple disabilities - Services required both in classrooms and on school buses - Includes feeding/G tube assistance, trach/vent care, oxygen administration, medication administration, toileting, health monitoring, assistive technology support, wheelchair accessibility, and care during school transport - Back-up personnel pool required for coverage during nurse absences - Communication with HCPS and families, and compliance with all applicable laws and HCPS policies - Products/Services Requested: - Four (4) nurses (one per student) for individualized care - Notable Requirements: - Sole provider award based on price, qualifications, and references - Compliance with federal procurement standards (Uniform Guidance 2 C.F.R. Part 200) - Sealed, hard-copy proposal submission only (no electronic bids) - Federally funded; must comply with all applicable federal laws and standards - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to all qualified nursing agencies - Place of Performance: - Henderson County Public Schools Administration Building, 414 Fourth Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC 28739-4261
Description
Henderson County Public Schools is soliciting proposals from nursing agencies to provide in-school nursing services for the 2026-2027 school year. These services are essential to support students with significant medical needs as outlined in their individualized education plans or 504 plans, ensuring their health, safety, and access to education. The scope includes medical services required both in the classroom and on school transportation. Proposals must be submitted in sealed form by April 23, 2026, and electronic submissions are not permitted.