California eProcure #26-30026-000

American Sign Language Interpreting and Instruction Services for DSH Patton

This opportunity involves the Department of State Hospitals (DSH) Patton seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive American Sign Language (ASL) services at its secure forensic psychiatric hospital in Patton, California. - Government Buyer: - Department of State Hospitals (DSH), Patton - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or named vendors are mentioned; open to qualified service providers - Products/Services Requested: - In-person ASL interpreting services (24/7 availability) - 150 hours during regular business hours (6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. PST) - 50 hours after hours, weekends, holidays, and emergencies (6:01 p.m. to 5:59 a.m. PST) - ASL instruction services (basic, intermediate, advanced) - 100 hours each for basic, intermediate, and advanced courses (total 300 hours) over 24 months - Instruction provided twice weekly, focusing on conversational, medical, and legal signing, and deaf culture awareness - Video remote interpreting services (as-needed during regular business hours) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All interpreters and instructors must be certified and possess specified qualifications and experience - Services must be provided on-site at DSH Patton, a secure forensic psychiatric facility - Contractor must supply all materials, equipment, transportation, and personnel - Two-hour minimum per interpreting assignment - Place of Performance: - Department of State Hospitals - Patton, 3102 E. Highland Avenue, Patton, CA 92369

Description

The Department of State Hospitals (DSH) Patton is soliciting bids for a contractor to provide American Sign Language (ASL) services on an as-needed basis. The contractor must supply all necessary materials, supplies, tools, equipment, transportation, licenses, certifications, permits, insurance, and personnel to fulfill the service requirements. The solicitation is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) with a submission deadline of April 30, 2026. There are no specific license requirements listed, and the service relates to in-person sign language interpretation services.

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