90DETR-S4020 Economic Impact Analysis Informal Solicitation.docx

Nevada State Purchasing Division Department of Administration 515 E Musser St Ste 300 Carson City, NV 89701 purchasing.nv.gov nevadaepro.com

Informal solicitation

Date 09/16/2026

Solicitation number 90DETR-S4020

Single point of contact name Lauren Vaccaro

Single point of contact email lavaccaro@detr.nv.gov

Contracting agency Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation

Project title Economic Impact Analysis

Quote submission deadline 9/25/2026

This informal solicitation is available at nevadaepro.com as a bid solicitation. Solicitation questions and/or responses can either be submitted directly in EPro or to Lauren Vaccaro at lavaccaro@detr.nv.gov

Project

The purpose of this project is to provide The Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation, Nevada (VR) with a comprehensive analysis of disability demographics, labor market trends, economic impacts, and program utilization, along with recommendations to expand employment opportunities and economic self-sufficiency for Nevadans with disabilities. The project is set to expire July 1, 2027.

The Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation is seeking quotes from qualified vendors to provide services as described in the scope of work below.

The State intends to award one contract in conjunction with this informal solicitation, as determined in the best interests of the State. The Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation shall administer contract(s) resulting from this solicitation. The resulting contract(s) are expected to be for a contract term of up to 2 years.

Scope of work

Project Work Plan: A detailed work plan including timelines, milestones, and corrective actions for deliverables.

Quarterly Progress Updates: Quarterly updates and/or verbal briefings during scheduled meetings with the VR project manager.

Nevada Disability Demographics & Labor Market Analysis Summary Analysis Report: A written summary describing Nevada’s disability demographics, socioeconomic trends, and labor market participation for individuals with and without disabilities.

Data Visualizations: Tables, charts, graphs, and narrative summaries integrated into interim and final reports.

Statistical Model & Employment Impact Employment Impact Model: A statistical model measuring statewide impact of increased employment among Nevadans with disabilities.

Model Output Summary: Documentation of model findings, including scenario-based analyses developed in collaboration with VR.

Economic Projections for Public Programs Economic Projection Report: Projections for state income assistance and health insurance programs (e.g., SSI/SSDI, Medicaid, Medicare) under scenarios where workforce participation among Nevadans with disabilities does not increase.

Systems Review & Final Reports Comprehensive Final Report: A full report synthesizing all analyses, stakeholder input, system review findings, trends, and statewide recommendations for improving employment outcomes.

Plain Language/Easy Read Report: An accessible version of the full report designed for broad statewide distribution.

VR Responsibilities -Provide timely access to program data, documents, and stakeholders needed to complete all tasks.

-Designate a project manager to participate in monthly or quarterly meetings and review deliverables.

-Provide feedback on draft deliverables within mutually agreed timelines.

Acceptance Criteria -VR will accept deliverables based on the following criteria:

-Deliverables meet the specifications outlined in Section 2.

-All analyses and reports are complete, accurate, and submitted on or before agreed deadlines.

-Deliverables are written in clear, professional language suitable for government publication and stakeholder distribution.

-Required revisions are completed within agreed timeframes.

Reporting & Communication Requirements -Contractor shall meet with VR monthly or quarterly, as established in the project work plan.

-Contractor shall notify VR immediately of any circumstances that may delay deliverables.

-All deliverables shall be submitted electronically in formats acceptable to VR (Word, PDF, accessible formats).

Vendor background. Provide a company background/history and why vendor is qualified to provide the services described here. Provide a brief description of the length of time vendor has been providing services described in this solicitation to the public and/or private sector.

Attachments

Cost Schedule (MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH VENDOR PROPOSAL) Standard form contract – INFORMATIONAL ONLY Insurance schedule – INFORMATIONAL ONLY Contract Provisions for Non-Federal Entity Contracts – INFORMATIONAL ONLY Terms and Conditions for Services – INFORMATIONAL ONLY

Evaluation

Submit quotes directly to Lauren Vaccaro at lavaccaro@detr.nv.gov Quotes shall be consistently evaluated and scored based upon the following factors and relative weights.

Technical Proposal Review 100

Mandatory minimum requirements

Pursuant to NRS 333.311 a contract cannot be awarded to a vendor that does not comply with the requirements listed in this section. By submitting a quote, vendor confirms compliance with all mandatory minimum requirements.

Nevada Law and State indemnity. Pursuant to NRS 333.339, any contract that is entered into may not: (1) require the filing of any action or the arbitration of any dispute that arises from the contract to be instituted or heard in another state or nation; or (2) require the State to indemnify another party against liability for damages.

No Boycott of Israel. Pursuant to NRS 333.338, the State of Nevada cannot enter a contract with a company unless that company agrees for the duration of the contract not to engage in a boycott of Israel. By submitting a response, vendor agrees that if it is awarded a contract, it will not engage in a boycott of Israel as defined in NRS 333.338(3)(a).

Nevada business license. Pursuant to NRS 353.007, prior to contract execution awarded vendor must hold a state business license pursuant to NRS chapter 76 unless exempted by NRS 76.100(7)(b).

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