South Dakota Posting Board #26RFP-USD06262026

University of South Dakota Solicits ASL Interpretative Services for FY27

The University of South Dakota, on behalf of the State of South Dakota, is seeking proposals for American Sign Language (ASL) interpretative services to support students and their families during the upcoming fiscal year. - Government Buyer: - State of South Dakota - University of South Dakota - University Purchasing Office - Services Requested: - American Sign Language (ASL) interpretative services - Estimated annual service volume: 800 to 1,200 hours - Coverage for classroom instruction, academic advising, university events, and meetings involving students' relatives or guardians - Services must be available both in-person and virtually - Consistent interpreter assignments and reliable scheduling required - Ability to respond to both routine and urgent requests - Substitute interpreters and backup coverage must be provided - Compliance with federal and state accessibility and confidentiality standards - Unique Requirements: - Interpreters must hold nationally recognized credentials (e.g., Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) certification or equivalent) - Preference for interpreters with experience in higher education settings - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are mentioned in this solicitation.

Description

This solicitation is to procure American Sign Language (ASL) interpretative services for the University of South Dakota for Fiscal Year 2027. The services include real-time ASL interpretation for classroom instruction, academic advising, university-sponsored events, and meetings involving relatives or guardians of students. Interpreters must have nationally recognized credentials or equivalent experience, with preference for those experienced in higher education. The contract term is from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with an estimated annual service volume of 800 to 1,200 hours.

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