Oklahoma Supplier Systems #EV00000916

Oklahoma DRS Solicits Homemaker Skills Training Services for Visually Impaired

This opportunity from the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services seeks providers for a Homemaker Skills Training program to support visually impaired homemakers in developing employment-related skills. - Government Buyer: - Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS), through the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES) Central Purchasing Division - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive assessment and training services for unemployed homemakers, especially those with blindness - Assessments: Braille skills, keyboarding, assistive technology, orientation and mobility, and home management - Braille training milestones: Non-contracted and contracted braille proficiency - Orientation and mobility training milestones: Indoor, outdoor, and public transportation skills - Home management skills training: Communication, personal management, sewing, leisure, cooking, recreation, and low vision activities - Service Delivery Details: - Flat fees for completed assessments and milestones; hourly rates for home management training - Contractors must be certified or licensed and provide progress/assessment reports - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Proof of blindness for participants - Use of Medicaid/Medicare/private insurance as primary pay source - National background checks for personnel - Compliance with confidentiality and offender registration laws - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the opportunity is open to qualified service providers

Description

The Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) is seeking a comprehensive assessment and training program to assist qualified unemployed homemakers referred by DRS. The program aims to develop skills that enable homemakers to explore and pursue employment options. The contract includes assessments, braille training, orientation and mobility training, and home management skills training. The contract term is one year with four one-year renewal options, and the procurement is conducted through a request for proposal process.

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