California eProcure #S26-33369

California DOR Solicits In-Person ASL Interpreting Services for Northern Sierra District

The California Department of Rehabilitation, under the Health and Human Services Agency, is seeking bids for in-person American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting services for its Northern Sierra District and multiple branch offices. - Government Buyer: - Department of Rehabilitation, Health and Human Services Agency - Contracts and Procurement Section - Services Requested: - In-person ASL interpreting services for meetings, conferences, trainings, and community events - Certified interpreters required (must hold RID, RID-NAD, NIC, NAD Level III-V, RID CSC, CI and CT, or CDI certifications) - Interpreters must reside within 50 miles of service locations - Services provided Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PT, excluding holidays unless otherwise requested - Response to work authorizations required within 24 hours - Locations: - Services to be delivered at multiple Department of Rehabilitation branch offices, including Sacramento, Roseville, Woodland, Yuba City, Chico, Auburn, Fair Oaks, South Lake Tahoe, Alturas, Placerville, Susanville, and Grass Valley - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must be licensed to do business in California - Must provide insurance certificates (general liability, automobile liability if applicable, workers' compensation) - Two references from organizations serving individuals with disabilities required - Disabled Veterans Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive applies - Vendors must notify the state if intending to use GenAI tools impacting contract performance - Estimated Contract Value: - Approximately $435,000 over three years (annual budget of $145,000) - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are involved, as this is a service-based procurement

Description

This Invitation for Bid (IFB) # S26-33369 is for the procurement of in-person American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting services for the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) Northern Sierra District and its branch offices. The contract requires certified ASL interpreters to provide services on an as-needed basis. Bidders must meet minimum qualifications including being primarily in the sign language interpreting business, holding valid certifications, and maintaining required licenses and insurance. The solicitation includes a Disabled Veterans Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive to encourage participation from certified disabled veteran businesses.

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