North Carolina eVP #274-PR- Interpreter Services-100526

Raleigh recreation program interpreting and interpreter coordination services

The City of Raleigh’s PRCR office is seeking qualified providers to support access to recreation programs through interpreting and related coordination services. - Government buyer: City of Raleigh, PRCR Department (office: PRCR), Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina. - Services requested: Qualified American Sign Language (ASL), Certified Deaf Interpreting (CDI), and other appropriate interpreting or communication services for recreation programs, events, and activities, including community centers, camps, athletics, aquatics, adaptive recreation, meetings, and training. - Provider requirements: Interpreters must have clear background checks, current applicable credentials or qualifications, and good professional standing. - Coordination and coverage: Provide interpreter scheduling, assignments, timely confirmations, communication about participant needs, and backup or replacement coverage when available, including for short-notice requests when possible. - Insurance: Provide proof of liability insurance and other insurance documentation required by the City. - OEMs and named vendors: No OEMs, vendors, or reseller companies are identified in the opportunity. No quantities or part numbers are specified. - Term and pricing: The requested initial contract term is two years. Proposed rates should be fixed for the contract term, with any requested annual adjustments identified; detailed commencement, expiration, and renewal terms are not specified.

Description

The City of Raleigh is seeking proposals from one or more firms to provide interpreter services supporting participants in its recreation programs who need language assistance. Services include qualified spoken-language, ASL, or other interpreters with current credentials, an interpreter coordinator to schedule services and support quality procedures, and proof of liability insurance; vendors must meet background check requirements. The City seeks an initial two-year contract, with fixed rates for the contract term and any requested annual rate adjustments identified in the proposal. Electronic bids are not permitted, and proposals are due November 5, 2026, by 5:00 PM.

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