Summary of ASSD AGR2300000004.pdf

This is a Scope of Work document from the Arizona School for the Deaf and Blind (ASSD), a state agency. The document outlines requirements for comprehensive educational and support services to be provided to deaf and hard of hearing students, as well as blind and visually impaired students. The services encompass academic instruction, speech and language pathology, audiology services, orientation and mobility training, visual rehabilitation, counseling, recreational programs, and residential support services for students enrolled at the ASSD campuses in Phoenix and Tucson. The agreement establishes performance standards, staffing requirements, facility specifications, and measurable outcomes for student achievement and development. The contract term extends for a defined period with potential renewal options contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of funding, and mutual agreement between parties.

The pricing structure is based on per-student daily rates or annual enrollment fees, with compensation adjusted according to the actual number of students served and the intensity of services required. The contract includes provisions for cost-of-living adjustments and may incorporate set-asides for historically underutilized businesses or minority-owned enterprises in accordance with Arizona procurement regulations. Funding is provided through the Arizona Department of Education budget allocation to ASSD. The incumbent contractor, if applicable, may have preferences outlined in the renewal process. All services must comply with state and federal special education requirements under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, ensuring equitable access to quality educational services for students with sensory disabilities.