Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-27-1026-DOE02-DOE01-133623

Interpreter Training Services for Massachusetts Public Schools

This opportunity from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) seeks qualified vendors to deliver Department-approved Interpreter in Education training courses statewide. - Government Buyer: - Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) - Office of Strategic Transformation - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors named; all qualified training providers are eligible - Products/Services Requested: - Delivery of Department-approved Interpreter in Education training courses (Education Interpreter and Advanced Education Interpreter levels) - Training may be delivered virtually (synchronous only) or in-person - Abbreviated Experienced-Interpreter Course available with Department approval - Vendors must use Department-approved curriculum and materials - All instructors must complete Department-sponsored Instructor Training - Vendors must specify geographic coverage, course levels, and delivery capacity - Districts applying as vendors must reserve at least 50% of course seats for participants from outside their district - Vendors must manage registration, course records, participant language proficiency, and support quality assurance/data reporting - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Vendors must be approved under master service agreement 24MAOSTBH1 Pathway A - Multiple awards anticipated; assignments made on an as-needed basis with no guaranteed minimum volume or compensation - Supplier diversity commitments and prompt payment discounts required - Funding is primarily federal (93%) with some state funds (7%) - Maximum initial contract obligation is $275,000; contract may be renewed up to four times - Period of Performance: - Initial contract term covers services delivered during the 2026-2027 school year, with up to four annual renewal options - Pricing must be proposed for FY27 through FY31, with one opportunity to update fees starting FY30

Description

The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is seeking multiple qualified vendors to deliver Department-developed interpreter training courses. These courses may be offered virtually or in person across Massachusetts during the 2026-2027 school year. Vendors must use the Department-approved curriculum and instructors must complete required Department-sponsored training. The procurement aims to expand access to qualified interpreter training in educational settings in compliance with new state regulations effective September 1, 2027.

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