Clemson University Ionwave #0008239

Clemson University native-speaker language conversation services

Clemson University’s Language Lab Department is seeking a supplier to provide native-speaker conversation practice for students across nine languages. - Government buyer: Clemson University, Language Lab Department, Clemson, South Carolina. - Requested service: Trained native speakers for American Sign Language, Mandarin Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish, supporting courses at levels 1010 through 2020. - Annual pricing scenario: 15-minute sessions — 400 for one conversation, 300 for two, 200 for three, and 200 for four or more; 30-minute sessions — 400 for one conversation, 300 for two, 200 for three, 100 for four, and 200 for five or more. - Service requirements: Availability during Eastern Time business hours; account setup and language-level access codes; technical support during student use; instructor training materials and student guidelines; requested special training; and responsive online, phone, and email support. - Notable requirement: The supplier must observe Title IX requirements and train conversationalists on them. - OEMs and named vendors: No OEMs or vendors are identified in the opportunity. - Contract term: One initial year, with up to four additional one-year renewals, for a maximum term of five years. The bid schedule is priced on a yearly basis.

Description

Clemson University is soliciting bids for native-speaker services to support students in its language lab. The successful supplier must provide native speakers for American Sign Language, Mandarin Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish, available during Eastern Time business hours. Services include technology support, speaker training, account setup, and support for students and instructors. The initial contract term is one year, with renewal options of up to four additional one-year terms.

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