CN-310000-D2797.pdf

This is a contract between the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) and AQI Services LLC for American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation services. The contract is solicited under Invitation to Bid (ITB) number DEM-24-25-019 and will cover interpretation services across 10 defined regions in the state of Florida. The contract is intended for use by FDEM and the Executive Office of the Governor during emergency-related press briefings and other gubernatorial contexts.

The contract covers in-person ASL interpretation services during emergency press conferences, governmental events, and disaster-related briefings. The pricing is structured with two rate tiers - $250 per hour for normal business hours and $250 per hour for after-business hours, with 240 hours allocated for normal business and 120 hours for after-hours during both the initial term and renewal year. The total contract value is $180,000, which breaks down to $90,000 per year across all 10 regions. Vendors must provide certified ASL interpreters who can respond within three hours of request, be available 24/7, and provide timesheets for each appearance. The contract term is three years, with potential for renewal, and includes provisions for performance monitoring, background checks, and compliance with various state and federal regulations.