Texas DIR/ESBD #HHS0016970

Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialist Services for Austin State Supported Living Center

This opportunity seeks a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) to provide essential services for visually and hearing impaired residents at the Austin State Supported Living Center in Austin, Texas. - Government Buyer: - Texas Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC), Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS), on behalf of Austin State Supported Living Center (AuSSLC) - Services Requested: - Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist Services - Includes pre-cane training, sighted guide techniques, assessments, direct services for visual impairment, blindness, dual sensory impairment, and staff training - Onsite sessions, treatment plans, progress notes, participation in interdisciplinary team meetings, and staff training/support for safe transport and escort - Key Requirements: - Minimum five years of relevant experience - COMS certification required - Dual CTCD/CTCM certification required - Compliance with privacy and security standards for confidential information - Firm, fixed pricing required - Submission of all required documentation and forms - Place of Performance: - Austin State Supported Living Center, 2203 W. 35th St, Austin, TX 78703 - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named in the solicitation - Estimated contract value: $90,000 - The opportunity is posted on the Texas SmartBuy portal with detailed attachments outlining scope, submission instructions, and compliance forms

Description

The Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) on behalf of the Austin State Supported Living Center (AuSSLC) is seeking competitive bids to establish contracts for a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist. The specialist will provide services for visually and hearing impaired residents at the AuSSLC located in Austin, Texas. The solicitation requires dual CTCD/CTCM certification and includes submission of all required documentation and forms. The estimated contract value is $90,000, with a response deadline of June 17, 2026, at 10:30 AM.

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