2-RFP - Speech Language Services.docx

Fargo Public Schools (FPS) Request for Proposals Speech Language Services Due: May 7, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

Introduction:

The Fargo Public School District (District) is seeking proposals from qualified sources to provide direct and indirect in person or teletherapy Speech Language Services.

Companies responding to this request must submit their proposal in accordance with the enclosed specifications and should reference the Euna Procurement (Bonfire) Submission Instructions attached separately for instructions on the District’s electronic submission process.

All submissions must be submitted through the online Euna Procurement (Bonfire) Portal at:

https://fargok12.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities Bidders should contact the Euna Support team at Support.Bonfire@eunasolutions.com for technical questions. Bidders can also visit Bonfire’s help forum at https://vendorsupport.gobonfire.com/hc/en-us.

Any communication related to submissions, including the posting of Addenda, will be available on https://fargok12.bonfirehub.com Any questions can also be asked through the available communication tools. Bidders must be registered and logged in to ask questions.

RFP Timeline:

District Overview:

The District presently operates sixteen (16) elementary schools, three (3) middle schools, three (3) high schools, one (1) alternative high school, one (1) K-8 special education day school, and one (1) virtual school. K-12 enrollment is approximately 11,300 students.

Contract Term:

The term of the service contract shall be from August 19, 2026 to May 27, 2027, with the option to renew for up to two (2) additional calendar years. See Attachment B for the District’s 2026-2027 school calendar.

Scope of Services:

Upon request of District, vendor shall provide qualified speech language pathologists capable of evaluating students and providing in person or teletherapy services directly, indirectly, and/or through consult. It is the district’s expectation that staff who fill these positions will meet the following criteria:

· 1 person will fill the requested position vs. multiple individuals combined.

· The contracted company and/or service provider will be required to manage their schedule as well as coordinate with the in-person building staff they are assigned to.

· Assessments will align with FPS approved assessments.

· Intervention curriculums will align with FPS approved interventions.

· IT platforms and/or technology will align with FPS approved technology tools.

Four (4) speech language pathologist to provide direct and indirect in person or teletherapy services for assigned schools to include:

· Direct service provision to students per the IEP

· Data collection/Progress Monitoring

· Attendance at IEP meetings

· Standardized assessment of students as needed

· Submit short narratives to case manager

· Case manage students as assigned

In responding to this bid, vendors certify that they are independent contractors and that all employees providing services to District under this bid are employees of the vendor.

Upon request of District, vendor shall provide current profiles for speech language pathologists serving students of the District. Profiles shall consist of resume, skill checklist, current license, certification, and two work references.

Vendor is solely responsible for compliance with all labor and tax laws pertaining to vendor, its officers, agents, and employees, and shall indemnify and hold District harmless from any failure by vendor to comply with such laws.

The District shall be charged only for personnel service provided and documented.

Evaluation Criteria:

Each proposal will be evaluated and given a score based upon the quality of response to each of the following topic areas. The maximum number of points achievable is 100.

Award or Rejection:

It is the intention of Fargo Public Schools (District) to have a fair and open bid process.

Bidders shall prepare their submission in compliance with the instructions in this package. Failure to do so will constitute a No Bid.

The District reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Bid will be awarded to the lowest responsible bid meeting all specifications. Awards will not necessarily be based on price alone. Suitability to purpose, design, quality, past service, date of delivery, or other factors deemed to be in the best interest of the District may also be considered. The District shall be the sole judge of these factors. In all instances, the decision rendered by the District shall be final and not subject to contest by others.

The District reserves the right to award any Bidder which meets or exceeds the minimum acceptable level of quality as outlined in the specifications. Products that do not meet or exceed the specifications as outlined in the bid documents will not be considered. If the District chooses to consider a product of lesser quality than what has been specified, all Bidders will have the opportunity to rebid that specific product.

Item Specifications:

Specifications for requested items are provided.

Evaluation Criteria:

The Business Office will be responsible for leading the evaluation process and maintaining bid evaluation records. The Board of Education of the City of Fargo will give ultimate approval. The contract will be awarded to one responsible Bidder who can meet the terms and conditions, who can supply the specified item in the listed quantity and proposes the bid resulting in the lowest financial cost to the District. The Bidder’s Total Price listed on the proposal shall be the final delivered price. By submitting a bid, a Bidder is signifying agreement to the outlined terms and conditions.

Sales Tax:

Prices should NOT include Sales Tax. Do NOT include Federal Excise Tax as the District is exempt.

Delivery Charges:

All delivery charges, if applicable, must be included in the bid price.

Award of Bid:

Upon Board approval, the successful Bidder will execute a contract for services and corresponding Purchase Order.

Fargo Public Schools Bid Proposal Form Attachment A Speech Language Services

Company Name Address City, State, Zip Code Phone Email

May 27, 2027

I certify by my signature below that the terms and conditions of this bid are understood and accepted, and that I have the authority to obligate the company listed above to perform under the conditions outlined in the attached bid and response remains valid for 60 days following the submittal date.

Authorized Representative Signature Date

ATTACHMENT B

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