ADDENDUM 2 - Individual Application.pdf

This is an Addendum 2 to a Request for Qualification (RFQ) issued by the State of Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) for interpreting and translation services. The document provides an example application format for individual contractors seeking to prequalify in the contractor pool. The RFQ seeks to establish a pool of qualified contractors capable of delivering language translation and interpretation services across multiple DHHS divisions and program areas serving clients and providers. The contract term runs from the date of award through October 10, 2025, with potential extension options available. Contractors must demonstrate linguistic proficiency using the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) scale, meet specified minimum proficiency levels for requested language pairs, pass background checks, maintain necessary certifications, and comply with confidentiality requirements for Medicaid recipient information.

The example application demonstrates required qualifications including education credentials, relevant work experience in interpretation and translation services, professional certifications, native or near-native language proficiency, and professional references. Current pricing structure indicates $40 per hour for standard interpretation, $50 per hour for certified interpretation, and $60 per hour for American Sign Language interpretation, with telephonic rates at $0.62 per minute through incumbent Language Line Solutions. Historical usage data from July 2018 through December 2019 totaled $181,584.14, indicating potential future contract values in a comparable range. The procurement is open to both individual interpreters and firms, with no specific set-aside designations. DHHS reserves the right to conduct satisfaction surveys and disqualify contractors with unsatisfactory performance, and does not guarantee a minimum number of service requests with payment based solely on actual services provided.