California eProcure #S26-33368

California DOR In-Person ASL Interpreting Services for Inland Empire District

The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) is seeking bids for in-person American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting services to support its Inland Empire District and branch offices. - Government Buyer: - State of California, Health and Human Services Agency, Department of Rehabilitation, Contracts and Procurement Section - Services Requested: - In-person ASL interpreting services for meetings, conferences, trainings, and community events - Interpreters must be certified by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) and/or the National Association of the Deaf (NAD), including certifications such as NIC, CSC, CI, CT, NAD Level III-V, or CDI - Interpreters must reside within 50 miles of service locations - Services required Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PT, excluding holidays - Emergency and overtime services may be required - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Rapid response to work authorizations (within 24 hours) - Proof of insurance, business licenses, and permits required - Compliance with civil rights, tax, and debarment laws - Incentives for Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation - Contractor must provide a list of certified interpreters available within the service area - Provisions for no-shows, missed assignments, and replacements - Estimated Contract Value: - Approximately $120,640 over a three-year term - No specific OEMs or product vendors are mentioned, as this is a professional services contract - Primary Places of Performance: - Inland Empire District Office (Riverside, CA) - Branch offices in El Centro, Palm Desert, San Bernardino, Victorville, and Ontario, CA - Contracting office in Sacramento, CA

Description

This solicitation is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for in-person American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting services to support the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) Inland Empire District. The contractor will provide certified ASL interpreters on an as-needed basis for meetings, conferences, trainings, and community events. Services are required Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, excluding holidays, with interpreters holding specific certifications such as RID or NAD. The contract includes provisions for work authorizations, emergency response, and replacement of interpreters as needed.

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