California eProcure #CN260138

California Department of Education Spoken Language Interpreting Services Solicitation

The California Department of Education (CDE) is seeking bids for comprehensive spoken language interpreting services to support its Office of Equal Opportunity. - Government Buyer: - California Department of Education, Office of Equal Opportunity, Fiscal and Administrative Services Division - Services Requested: - In-person foreign language interpreting services - Video remote interpreting services (VRI) - Coverage across Northern, Central, and Southern California regions - Languages include Group A (e.g., Arabic, Spanish, Mandarin) and Group B languages - Interpreter Requirements: - Minimum 2 years of interpreting experience - Relevant certifications required - Ability to provide both non-emergency and emergency interpreting - Evaluation Criteria: - Bids evaluated based on hourly rates for Language Group A, non-emergency and emergency services - Notable Requirements: - Emergency scheduling capabilities - Compliance with state preference and diversity programs - Detailed invoicing and scheduling procedures - No specific OEMs or named vendors; open to qualified service providers

Description

The California Department of Education is soliciting bids to provide in-person foreign language interpreting services and/or video remote interpreting services (VRI). The contract is anticipated to start approximately December 1, 2026, contingent upon approval by the Department of General Services and other authorizations. The contract includes two one-year options to renew. The solicitation is managed through the California eProcure system with a bid due date of September 1, 2026, and a public bid opening on September 3, 2026.

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