Mississippi Procurement Portal #3170035692

Solicitation for School-Based Physical Therapy Services for Students with Disabilities

The Biloxi Public School District is seeking qualified providers to deliver school-based physical therapy services for students with disabilities for the 2026-2027 academic year. - Government Buyer: - Biloxi Public School District, Office of Special Education (Special Services Department) - Products/Services Requested: - School-based physical therapy services, including: - Evaluation and re-evaluation - Direct and indirect therapy - Consultation with staff and families - Participation in IEP (Individualized Education Program) development and implementation - Training and support for staff and parents - Data-driven progress reporting every 4.5 and 9 weeks - Compliance documentation and caseload management - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Providers must hold a valid Mississippi Physical Therapy license - Experience in school-based or pediatric physical therapy required - Services must comply with IDEA, Mississippi State Board Policy 7219, and FERPA - Providers must demonstrate measurable educational benefit and support student access to the general curriculum - Proof of liability and workers compensation insurance required - Criminal background and child abuse registry checks mandatory - Collaboration with school staff and regular participation in IEP meetings - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; the opportunity is open to qualified service providers meeting the outlined criteria.

Description

The Biloxi Public School District, through the Office of Special Education, is soliciting proposals from qualified providers to deliver school-based physical therapy services. These services must comply with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and include evaluation, direct and indirect therapy, consultation, and participation in IEP development. Providers must ensure services are educationally relevant, support student access to the general curriculum, and demonstrate measurable educational benefit. The contract covers the 2026-2027 school year, including Extended School Year if required.

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