CN250223_IFB_American_Sign_Language_Interpreting_Services.pdf

California Department of Education Invitation for Bid (IFB) American Sign Language

Interpreting Services – CN250223

State Special Schools and Services Division Analyst: Contract Analyst – Shae Rebol

1430 N Street, Suite 2213 Sacramento, CA 95814

Email: srebol@cde.ca.gov Phone: 916-445-7292

Bid Due Date: October 14, 2025, at 12:00pm PDT

Public Bid Opening: October 16, 2025, at 10:00am PDT Contract Period: December 15, 2025 (or upon DGS approval) – December 14, 2026

One-Year Option to Renew: December 15, 2026 – December 14, 2027 One-Year Option to Renew: December 15, 2027 – December 14, 2028 mailto:srebol@cde.ca.gov

TABLE OF CONTENTS

California Department of Education Invitation for Bid (IFB) American Sign Language Interpreting Services – CN250223

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION

I. PURPOSE

II. IFB SCHEDULE

III. ELIGIBLE BIDDERS

IV. SUBCONTRACTING

V. DVBE PROGRAM REQUIREMENT

VI. PREFERENCE PROGRAMS

VII. GENERATIVE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (GenAI) DISCLOSURE

NOTIFICATION

VIII. BIDDER REQUIREMENTS

IX. IFB DOCUMENTS

X. BID DOCUMENTS AS PUBLIC RECORD

XI. BID SUBMISSION

XII. BID SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

XIII. BASIS OF AWARD

XIV. OPTION TO RENEW

XV. CONTRACT AWARD PROTEST PROCEDURES

EXHIBIT A – SCOPE OF WORK

I. GENERAL SCOPE

II. CONTRACT MONITORS

III. LOCATION

IV. INTERPRETING SERVICES

V. EMERGENCY SERVICES

VI. CANCELLATIONS

VII. SCHEDULING AND AVAILABILITY

VIII. CERTIFICATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS

IX. MINIMUM HOURS

X. CANCELLATION OF CONTRACT

EXHIBIT B – BUDGET DETAIL AND PAYMENT PROVISIONS

I. INVOICING AND PAYMENT

II. BUDGET CONTINGENCY CLAUSE (rev. 04/2025)

III. PAYMENT

EXHIBIT B.1 – CONTRACTOR’S BID FORM

EXHIBIT B.2 – CONTRACTOR’S BID FORM

EXHIBIT B.3 – CONTRACTOR’S BID FORM

EXHIBIT C – GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

EXHIBIT D – SPECIAL TERMS & CONDITIONS

I. RIGHT TO TERMINATE

II. TERMINATION FOR TARGETS OF ECONOMIC SANCTIONS; EXECUTIVE

ORDER N-6-22 – RUSSIA SANCTIONS

III. RESOLUTION OF DISPUTES

IV. LOSS LEADER

V. ICT ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS (05/2018)

VI. PROHIBITION OF DISCRIMINATION

VII. HEALTH AND SAFETY

EXHIBIT E – ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS

I. COMPUTER SOFTWARE COPYRIGHT COMPLIANCE

II. CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS:

III. WORKERS’ COMPENSATION

IV. AMENDMENTS

V. OPTION TO RENEW

ATTACHMENT 1 – REQUIRED ATTACHMENT CHECKLIST

ATTACHMENT 2 – CERTIFICATION OF WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURANCE

ATTACHMENT 3 – DARFUR CONTRACTING ACT CERTIFICATION

ATTACHMENT 3a – DARFUR CONTRACTING ACT CERTIFICATION SUPPLEMENTAL 31

ATTACHMENT 4 – CALIFORNIA CIVIL RIGHTS LAWS CERTIFICATION

ATTACHMENT 5 – SMALL BUSINESS PREFERENCE SHEET

ATTACHMENT 6 - BIDDER CERTIFICATION

ATTACHMENT 7 – PROTEST PROCEDURES FOR INVITATION FOR BIDS

GENERAL INFORMATION

I. PURPOSE

The California Department of Education (hereinafter referred to as CDE) is soliciting bids to provide as needed video remote and in-person non-legal American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting services for the State Special Schools & Services Division (SSSSD), located at 1430 N Street, Sacramento, CA 95814, in accordance with the specifications contained herein this Invitation for Bid (IFB).

It is anticipated that the contract start date will begin approximately on December 15, 2025. The actual start date of the contract is contingent upon approval of the agreement by the Department of General Services (DGS), if required. Contract includes two one-year options to renew.

Award of a contract as a result of this IFB shall be contingent on DGS approval, CDE executive approval, funding and program authorization provided to and by the CDE.

II. IFB SCHEDULE

Activity Action Date

Invitation for Bid Advertisement September 30, 2025

Bids Due October 14, 2025, at 12:00pm PDT

Public Bid Opening October 16, 2025, at 10:00am PDT

Contract Start Date December 15, 2025, or upon contract/DGS approval, whichever is later

III. ELIGIBLE BIDDERS

Public or private corporations, agencies, organizations, associations, or individuals may submit a sealed bid in response to this IFB. The bidder must be legally constituted and qualified to do business within the State of California (registered with the California Secretary of State), if applicable. Bidders must be a legally cognizable public agency, sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation (fully incorporated by the deadline for submitting bids). Failure to meet the foregoing requirement will result in disqualification.

Bidders who have had a contract terminated by the CDE in the past 18 months may be automatically disqualified.

A. Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) Program Requirement

This solicitation is exempt from DVBE participation.

See General Information, Article V DVBE Participation Goals for information.

B. Targets of Economic Sanctions; Executive Order N-6-22 – Russia Sanctions:

On March 4, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order N-6-22 (the EO) regarding Economic Sanctions against Russia and Russian entities and individuals.

“Economic Sanctions” refers to sanctions imposed by the U.S. government in response to Russia’s actions in Ukraine, as well as any sanctions imposed under state law. The EO directs state agencies to terminate contracts with, and to refrain from entering any new contracts with, individuals or entities that are determined to be a target of Economic Sanctions. Accordingly, should the State determine Contractor is a target of Economic Sanctions or is conducting prohibited transactions with sanctioned individuals or entities, that shall be grounds for termination of this agreement. The State shall provide Contractor advance written notice of such termination, allowing Contractor at least 30 calendar days to provide a written response. Termination shall be at the sole discretion of the State.

IV. SUBCONTRACTING

The bidder responding to this IFB must serve as the Prime Contractor and will be the responsible entity in ensuring that all services and activities are competently and successfully completed. If any portion of the work outlined in Exhibit A, Scope of Work, is to be subcontracted out, or performed by anyone other than the bidder, a Bidder Declaration Form (GSPD-05-105) must be completed and submitted as part of the bid submission. The Bidder Declaration Form must bear the original signature of the person authorized to bind the bidder. The Bidder Declaration form can be found at:

https://www.documents.dgs.ca.gov/dgs/fmc/gs/pd/gspd05-105.pdf

A. Commercially Useful Function

Bids must propose that Prime bidders provide a commercially useful function for the resulting contract or the bid will be deemed non-responsive and rejected by the State.

Commercially useful function is defined as: 1) Is responsible for the execution of a distinct element of the work of the contract (including the supplying of service and goods); 2) Carries out its obligation by actually performing, managing or supervising the work involved; 3) Performs work that is normal for its business services and functions; 4) Is responsible, with respect to products, inventories, materials and supplies required for the contract, for negotiating price, determining quality and quantity, ordering, installing, if applicable, and making payment; and 5) Is not further subcontracting a portion of the work that is greater than that expected to be subcontracted by normal industry practices. (Tit. 2 CCR § 1896.71(b).)

A small or microbusiness/DVBE contractor, subcontractor or supplier is not performing a “commercially useful function” if its role is limited to that of an extra participant in a transaction, contract or project through which funds are passed in order to obtain the appearance of small business or microbusiness/DVBE participation. (GC § 14837(d)(4);

Tit. 2 CCR § 1896.15.) (Mil. & Vet. Code § 999(b)(5)(B); Tit. 2 CCR § 1896.71(c).)

https://www.documents.dgs.ca.gov/dgs/fmc/gs/pd/gspd05-105.pdf

V. DVBE PROGRAM REQUIREMENT

Section 10115 et seq. of Public Contract Code, and Section 999 et seq. of the Military and Veterans Code requires a goal of three percent (3%) certified California Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation for all contracts on an agency-wide basis of $25,000.00 and over unless exempted due to the services provided.

This solicitation is exempt from DVBE participation, however the DVBE incentive still applies (see Article VI. Preference Programs).

The CDE is committed to achieving legislatively established goals for the participation of DVBEs in all contracting and seeks to use certified California DVBE business whenever possible.

VI. PREFERENCE PROGRAMS

A. Small Business Preference

A five percent (5%) bid preference is available and will be applied in accordance with Attachment 5. The small business preference will be applied to those bidders declaring their eligibility by completing Attachment 5. The bidder must include proof of Small Business certification, if applying for the preference. Certification can be verified on Cal eProcure at https://caleprocure.ca.gov/pages/PublicSearch/supplier-search.aspx

Information regarding this preference program may be obtained on the DGS website, https://www.dgs.ca.gov/PD/Resources/Page-Content/Procurement-Division-Resources- List-Folder/How-to-do-business-with-the-state-of-California

B. DVBE Incentive Option

In accordance with Section 999.5(a) of the Military and Veterans Code, an incentive will be given to responsive and responsible bidders who provide DVBE participation as outlined below. The incentive amount for awards based on the lowest responsive/ responsible bid received will vary in conjunction with the percentage of DVBE participation. The incentive is only given to those bidders who are responsive to the DVBE Program Requirements and DVBE participation in the resulting contract. The following represents the percentages that will be applied:

• Confirmed DVBE Participation of 5% or more, the DVBE Incentive is 5%.

• Confirmed DVBE Participation of 4% to 4.99%, the DVBE Incentive is 4%.

• Confirmed DVBE Participation of 3% to 3.99%, the DVBE Incentive is 3%.

In order to receive the incentive bidders must document DVBE participation commitment by completing and submitting the Bidder Declaration (GSPD-05-105) with the Bid. The GSPD-05-105 form can be found at:

https://www.documents.dgs.ca.gov/dgs/fmc/gs/pd/gspd05-105.pdf.

The bidder must also include proof of DVBE certification, if applying for the incentive.

Certification can be verified on Cal eProcure at https://caleprocure.ca.gov/pages/PublicSearch/supplier-search.aspx https://caleprocure.ca.gov/pages/PublicSearch/supplier-search.aspx https://www.dgs.ca.gov/PD/Resources/Page-Content/Procurement-Division-Resources-List-Folder/How-to-do-business-with-the-state-of-California https://www.dgs.ca.gov/PD/Resources/Page-Content/Procurement-Division-Resources-List-Folder/How-to-do-business-with-the-state-of-California https://caleprocure.ca.gov/pages/PublicSearch/supplier-search.aspx

VII. GENERATIVE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (GenAI) DISCLOSURE NOTIFICATION

The State of California seeks to realize the potential benefits of GenAI, through the development and deployment of GenAI tools, while balancing the risks of these new technologies.

Bidder / Offeror must notify the State in writing if it: (1) intends to provide GenAI as a deliverable to the State; or (2), intends to utilize GenAI, including GenAI from third parties, to complete all or a portion of any deliverable that materially impacts: (i) functionality of a State system, (ii) risk to the State, or (iii) Contract performance. For avoidance of doubt, the term “materially impacts” shall have the meaning set forth in State Administrative Manual (SAM) § 4986.2 Definitions for GenAI.

Failure to report GenAI to the State may result in disqualification. The State reserves the right to seek any and all relief to which it may be entitled to as a result of such non-disclosure.

Upon notification by a Bidder / Offeror of GenAI as required, the State reserves the right to incorporate GenAI Special Provisions into the final contract or reject bids/offers that present an unacceptable level of risk to the State.

Government Code 11549.64 defines “Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI)” as an artificial intelligence system that can generate derived synthetic content, including text, images, video, and audio that emulates the structure and characteristics of the system’s training data.

VIII. BIDDER REQUIREMENTS

Bidders must be responsible and have the capability to professionally carry out the terms of this contract. Those bidders who have had a contract terminated with the CDE in the past 18 months will be disqualified and will not be considered in the award process.

All interpreters, employed by the Contractor, proposed to perform work under this contract must possess one of the following American Sign Language certifications:

1. The Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) certification , OR

2. National Association of the Deaf (NAD), certified at level 4 or above

IX. IFB DOCUMENTS

Any conflicts, omissions or errors in the IFB or questions concerning clarification or interpretation of the IFB, shall be brought to the attention of Contract Analyst Shae Rebol, srebol@cde.ca.gov, (916) 445-7292. The CDE reserves the right to rephrase or not answer any question submitted.

The CDE reserves the right to amend or modify the IFB document prior to the final bid submittal date identified herein by issuing an addendum to all parties. The CDE will not be bound by verbal representations or interpretations.

The CDE reserves the right, at its sole discretion, for any reason, including price, rates, costs, etc., to cancel or modify this IFB, in whole or in part, prior to the award of any contract. The CDE may waive any immaterial deviation or defect in a bid proposal. The CDE’s waiver of a deviation or defect shall in no way modify the IFB documents or excuse the Contractor from full compliance with the IFB specifications if awarded the contract. The CDE may reject any bid for any deviation or defect.

If you would like to request a copy of this IFB in an alternate format, including Word, please contact Shae Rebol, Contract Analyst, by e-mail at srebol@cde.ca.gov, or by phone number at (916) 445-7292.

X. BID DOCUMENTS AS PUBLIC RECORD

All bids and related documents submitted in response to this IFB become the property of the State of California and are considered public records and are subject to disclosure upon request, pursuant to Government Code Section 6250 et seq. All contracts awarded and all attachments thereto will become public records.

XI. BID SUBMISSION

Each bidder shall submit to the CDE two sealed copies of their bid meeting the specifications described in this IFB.

1. One (1) original set of bid documents which must bear the original signature of the individual authorized to do so, and

2. One (1) copy of the bid documents with a photocopy of the original signature.

All bid package documents must bear the original signature of the individual authorized to sign the contract. No electronic signatures will be accepted as original. Original signature shall mean a manual handwritten signature or mark in wet ink.

The bid shall be returned in a sealed envelope marked “SEALED BID – American Sign Language Interpreting Services – DO NOT OPEN.” To prevent inadvertent premature opening, place sealed bid in one envelope within a second envelope addressed as follows:

California Department of Education Fiscal and Administrative Services Division Contracts Office Attention: Shae Rebol – CN250223 – IFB 1430 N Street, Suite 2213 Sacramento, CA 95814 SEALED BID – American Sign Language Interpreting Services – DO NOT OPEN

Sealed bids may be submitted via mail to the address above or may be hand delivered to the CDE Mail Room located on the first floor of the CDE building at 1430 N Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. If hand delivering, bidder must check in with the security desk (present valid ID). Security personnel will not accept bids.

The deadline for submission of sealed bids is: October 14, 2025, at 12:00pm PDT.

The bids will be publicly opened and read on: October 16, 2025, at 10:00am PDT at the California Department of Education, Fiscal and Administrative Services Division, 1430 N Street, Suite 2213, Room 2219, Sacramento, CA 95814.

In a closed session, following the bid opening and reading, the CDE will review the apparent low bid to determine if the low bidder is responsible and responsive to the IFB.

Bids not received at the location by the date and time specified will not be accepted.

Postmark date will not constitute delivery. It is the bidder's responsibility to ensure that the bid is received at the location specified by the bid deadline.

By submitting a bid, prospective bidders certify that they meet all qualifications specified herein and agree to comply with all terms and conditions of this IFB. After announcement of the apparent successful bidder, there will be no negotiations of the terms and conditions of this IFB or the bidder's submitted proposal between the CDE and the apparent successful bidder.

Bids shall not be qualified or conditioned. Any bid response modifying, amending, or proposing alternate language to the terms and conditions of the IFB will be invalid and inapplicable. Bids submitted must be complete in all respects and may be rejected if incomplete or contain irregularities of any kind.

The State does not accept alternate contract language from a prospective contractor. A bid with such language will be considered a counter proposal and will be rejected.

There is no requirement to award a contract if, in the opinion of the CDE, no bids were received containing a reasonable contract price or if there is another business-based reason not to make an award.

If no submissions are received containing bids offering a cost/price/rate, which in the opinion of the CDE is a reasonable cost/price/rate, CDE is not required to award an Agreement (Public Contract Code Section 10344 [d]).

Every component of the bid cost/price/rate is subject to reasonableness of cost justification. If any portion of the cost is rejected by the CDE, then the entire bid may be rejected.

The cost of bid development is the responsibility of the prospective bidder and shall not be chargeable to the CDE.

A bidder may withdraw its bid at any time prior to the date and time of bid opening by submitting a request in writing to the CDE, Attention: Contracts Office – Shae Rebol – CN250223, 1430 N Street, Suite 2213, Sacramento, CA 95814. A new bid package may be submitted prior to the date and time of bid opening. Written withdrawal of bidder’s bid will not be accepted after the date and time of bid opening. Withdrawals requested by telephone or fax are not acceptable.

Clarification may be requested by the CDE Contracts Office during the review of the bids for the purpose of clarifying ambiguities in the information presented in the bid response. The CDE reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to overlook, correct, or require a bidder to remedy any obvious clerical or incidental mathematical errors on a bid form. Bidders may be required to initial corrections.

Any failure by the bidder to acquaint itself with available information will not relieve them from responsibility for estimating properly, the difficulty, or cost of successfully performing the work.

XII. BID SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The bid submission package must be submitted to the CDE and must include the following required forms fully completed and signed where applicable. One original set and one full copy of the bid documents listed herein must be included in the bid package. See Article XI. Bid Submission.

A. Attachment 1 – Required Attachment Checklist

The Required Attachment Checklist is to be used to ensure and confirm compliance with the bid submission requirements. The checklist must be completed and submitted as the cover of your bid package.

B. Exhibit B.1, Exhibit B.2, and Exhibit B.3 Contractor’s Bid Forms

Contractor's Bid Form: must be completed and submitted with an original signature by the individual legally authorized to bind the bidder. Proposal form must contain the proposed bid cost for Total Combined Cost.

C. Licenses/Certification/Educational Degree

The Bidder must submit for all interpreters, employed by the bidder, proposed to perform work under this contract, one of the following American Sign Language certifications:

1. The Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) certification, OR

2. National Association of the Deaf (NAD), certified at level 4 or above

D. Insurance Certificate

The bidder must possess and provide a copy of their insurance certificates meeting the terms outlined in Exhibit E, Articles II and III. Certificate of Insurance Requirements:

1. Commercial General Liability, AND

2. Workers’ Compensation

Proof of coverage and limits for the above required terms are required in the bid submission package. The additional insured language (see Exhibit E, Articles II and III.

Certificate of Insurance Requirements) will be required as a condition of contract award.

E. Contractor Certification Clauses (CCC 04/2017)

The Contractor Certification Clauses (CCC 04/2017) must be signed and dated with an original signature. The CCC 04/2017 can be found at https://www.dgs.ca.gov/OLS/Resources/Page-Content/Office-of-Legal-Services- Resources-List-Folder/Standard-Contract-Language.

https://www.dgs.ca.gov/OLS/Resources/Page-Content/Office-of-Legal-Services-Resources-List-Folder/Standard-Contract-Language https://www.dgs.ca.gov/OLS/Resources/Page-Content/Office-of-Legal-Services-Resources-List-Folder/Standard-Contract-Language

F. Payee Data Record (STD 204) and Payee Data Record Supplement (STD 205)

The STD 204 form must be completed and submitted with an original signature. The STD 204 form can be found at:

https://www.documents.dgs.ca.gov/dgs/fmc/pdf/std204.pdf.

The STD 205 form must be completed and submitted with an original signature if the bidder must identify a remittance address that is different from the mailing address identified on the STD 204. The Payee Data Record Supplemental STD 205 can be found at https://www.documents.dgs.ca.gov/dgs/fmc/pdf/std205.pdf.

G. Attachment 2 – Certification of Workers’ Compensation Insurance

The Certification of Workers’ Compensation Insurance form must be fully completed, signed and dated with an original signature.

H. Attachment 3 – Darfur Contracting Act Certification, or Attachment 3a – Darfur Contracting Act Certification Supplemental

The Darfur Contracting Act Certification or the Darfur Contracting Act Certification Supplemental must be fully completed, signed and dated with an original signature.

I. Attachment 4 – California Civil Rights Certification

The California Civil Rights Certification must be fully completed, signed and dated with an original signature.

J. Attachment 6 – Bidder Certification

The Bidder Certification must be fully completed and dated with an original signature.

Bidders must demonstrate responsibility and the capability to professionally carry out the terms of this contract through the bidder certification.

K. Conditional Attachments

1. Subcontracting

If bidder intends to subcontract any portion of the work outlined in Exhibit A, Scope of Work, the Bidder Declaration (GSPD-05-105) form must be completed and submitted with original signature. The GSPD-05-105 form can be found at:

https://www.documents.dgs.ca.gov/dgs/fmc/gs/pd/gspd05-105.pdf

2. Small Business Preference

If bidder intends to apply for the Small Business Preference the Attachment 5 Small Business Preference Sheet must be completed and submitted with original signature.

The bidder must submit proof of Small Business certification. Failure to submit a copy of your proof of certification for the industry appropriate for this bid will not be cause for bid rejection; however, preference for small business will not be https://www.documents.dgs.ca.gov/dgs/fmc/pdf/std204.pdf https://www.documents.dgs.ca.gov/dgs/fmc/pdf/std205.pdf considered or granted for your bid. Certification can be verified on Cal eProcure at https://caleprocure.ca.gov/pages/PublicSearch/supplier-search.aspx

3. DVBE Incentive Option

If bidder intends to apply for the DVBE Incentive the following documents are required. Failure to submit any of the documents for this bid will not be cause for bid rejection; however, DVBE incentive will not be considered or granted for your bid.

• Bidder Declaration (GSPD-05-105). Bids must include a GSPD-05-105 form completed in accordance with the instructions on the form. The GSPD-05-105 form can be found at:

https://www.documents.dgs.ca.gov/dgs/fmc/gs/pd/gspd05-105.pdf.

• DVBE Certification. Bids must include a copy of the DVBE certification for each DVBE contractor/subcontractor. DVBE certification can be verified and printed from Cal eProcure at https://caleprocure.ca.gov/pages/PublicSearch/supplier-search.aspx

XIII. BASIS OF AWARD

Following the public bid opening, the CDE Contracts Office will review the low bid for compliance with the bid requirements, specified herein, and to determine if the low bidder is responsible and responsive to this IFB.

The contract shall be awarded on the basis of the responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest average Total Combined Cost.

The contract shall be awarded on the basis of the responsive/responsible bidder submitting the lowest average Total Combined Cost for as needed American Sign Language Interpreting services stated on the Contractor’s Bid Forms, Exhibit B.1, B.2, and B.3.

The lowest average Grand Total will be computed by adding the Total Combined Cost from each of the three bid forms, Exhibit B.1, B.2, and B.3, and then dividing the amount by three.

Charges for the bidder’s operating expenses such as: labor, personnel, material, supplies, licenses, certifications, travel, transportation, parking, equipment, equipment rental, taxes, permits, insurance and/or any other overhead expenses must be included as part of the bidder’s rates.

All bid responses must comply with the requirements outlined herein. Failure to do so will disqualify the bid. If it is determined not to be in the best interest of the State, the State reserves the right to not award a contract in response to this IFB.

THE STATE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS.

The method that shall be used as a "tie-breaker" in the event of a two-way (or more) tie of the responsive/responsible lowest bid will be to place the names of the bidders in a https://caleprocure.ca.gov/pages/PublicSearch/supplier-search.aspx https://caleprocure.ca.gov/pages/PublicSearch/supplier-search.aspx container. The first name drawn will be the proposed awardee. The remaining bidder(s) name(s) will be drawn sequentially and noted in case, upon validation, the proposed awardee selected through the tie-breaking process is unacceptable.

Small business bidders, meeting the IFB specifications, shall have precedence over non-small business bidders in that the application of any bidder preference for which non-small business bidders may be eligible under any other provision of law shall not result in the denial of the award to a small business bidder.

In the event of a precise tie between the low responsible bid of bidder meeting the specifications of a small business, and the low responsible bid of a bidder meeting the specifications of a disabled veteran-owned small business, the contract shall be awarded to the veteran-owned small business.

Upon written request by any bidder who has submitted a bid, notice of the proposed award shall be posted in a public place in the offices of the contracting agency at least five working days prior to awarding the contract.

XIV. OPTION TO RENEW

The contract awarded through this IFB would expire on December 14, 2026; however, the CDE may exercise the options to renew for two additional years.

Costs for the first one-year option to renew (December 15, 2026 – December 14, 2027) shall be computed in accordance with the Contractor’s Bid Form Exhibit B.2, contract period December 15, 2026 – December 14, 2027. If the State elects to renew the agreement with the Contractor, the CDE Contract Monitor will notify the Contractor of the option to renew in June 2026.

Costs for the second one-year option to renew (December 15, 2027 – December 14, 2028) shall be computed in accordance with the Contractor’s Bid Form Exhibit B.3, contract period December 15, 2027 – December 14, 2028. If the State elects to renew the agreement with the Contractor, the CDE Contract Monitor will notify the Contractor of the option to renew in June 2027.

XV. CONTRACT AWARD PROTEST PROCEDURES

If prior to the award, any bidder files a protest with the CDE against the awarding of the contract on the grounds that it is the lowest responsive/responsible bidder meeting the specifications of the IFB, the contract shall not be awarded until either the protest has been withdrawn or the DGS has decided the matter. Protests shall be limited to those bases specified in Public Contract Code section 10345 (Attachment 7 describes the protest procedures to be followed by a bidder filing a protest). The protest shall be sent to:

Department of General Services Office of Legal Services ATTN: Bid Protest Coordinator 707 3rd Street, 7th Floor, Suite 7-330 West Sacramento, CA 95605 EMAIL: OLSProtests@dgs.ca.gov mailto:OLSProtests@dgs.ca.gov

California Department of Education Contracts Office ATTN: Contract Manager 1430 N Street, Suite 2213 Sacramento, CA 95814 EMAIL: ContractsOffice@cde.ca.gov mailto:CONTRACTSOFFICE@cde.ca.gov

EXHIBIT A – SCOPE OF WORK

I. GENERAL SCOPE

Contractor shall provide as needed video remote and in-person non-legal American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting services for the State Special Schools & Services Division (SSSSD), located at 1430 N Street, Sacramento, CA 95814, as described herein.

II. CONTRACT MONITORS

The California Department of Education (CDE) assigns Shelby Helms, (916) 319-0295, shelms@cde.ca.gov, as the CDE Contract Monitor to oversee this project. Said CDE Contract Monitor is not authorized by the State to make any commitments or make any changes which will affect the price, terms or conditions of this Agreement without a formal contract amendment.

The Contractor must assign a Contractor Contract Monitor to oversee this project. Said Contractor Contract Monitor is not authorized by the State to make any commitments or make any changes which will affect the price, terms or conditions of this Agreement without a formal contract amendment.

III. LOCATION

In-person services shall be performed at 1430 N Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 or within the greater Sacramento area.

ASL service rates, stated in Exhibit B Budget Detail and payment Provisions, are inclusive of all costs to perform services. Any additional costs including separate travel costs are not reimbursable and will not be reimbursed by CDE for any reason.

Contractors and/or interpreters are responsible for their own travel expenses.

IV. ASL INTERPRETING SERVICES

A. The Contractor will provide video remote and in-person non-legal certified ASL interpreting services on an as needed basis at 1430 N Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 or in the greater Sacramento area.

B. Video remote interpreting may be requested by the CDE Contract Monitor. Video remote interpreting will not be permitted unless specifically requested and approved by the CDE Contract Monitor.

C. For meetings lasting longer than one (1) hour and/or meeting content is detailed in nature, two interpreters must provide service together, working in tandem, providing relief every thirty (30) minute period. This shall be considered “team interpreting.”

Each interpreter will be reimbursed at the “Hourly Rate per Interpreter”, as specified in Exhibit B. Detailed topics may include, but are not limited to, Information Technology Items.

mailto:shelms@cde.ca.gov

V. EMERGENCY SERVICES

The Contractor will provide emergency interpreting services on an as-needed basis.

“Emergency” shall be defined as less than a 48-hour notice, or outside of the standard scheduling window of 8:00am to 6:00pm. Emergency services will be billed at the emergency rate identified in Exhibit B.

VI. CANCELLATIONS

A. The CDE Contract Monitor, or CDE designee, will provide the Contractor via telephone or confirmed e-mail with a minimum of at least twenty-four (24) hours advance notice of cancelled assignments. No fees will be paid for cancelled services under these circumstances.

B. If a cancellation notice is provided to the Contractor less than twenty-four (24) hours before the job start time (excluding weekends and Holidays), the CDE will be charged for the scheduled service, except in cases of multi-day assignments where cancellation charges shall not exceed the cost of the first assignment day. No additional cancellation fees shall be applied.

VII. SCHEDULING AND AVAILABILITY

A. The Contractor must be available between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding State recognized holidays.

B. The CDE Contract Monitor, or CDE designee, will provide a minimum of two (2) business days advance notice when scheduling services excluding holidays. At the time of request, the CDE Contract Monitor will confirm the need for in-person or virtual services.

C. The Contractor is required to submit a confirmation notice to the CDE Contract Monitor, or CDE designee, within forty-eight (48) hours of request for scheduled services. In addition, all new interpreter(s) certification should be emailed to the CDE Contract Monitor, no later than twenty-four (24) hours prior to the scheduled or emergency services. The confirmation notice will contain, but not be limited to: name and number of interpreters assigned and copies of interpreter’s certifications (in alignment with Exhibit A, Article VIII. Certifications and Qualifications.)

D. The CDE Contract Monitor reserves the right to disapprove the assignment of specific Contractor personnel provided to the CDE under this contract. Should the CDE exercise this right, the Contractor must immediately replace the disapproved personnel.

E. The Contractor must provide a replacement interpreter if the CDE Contract Monitor determines that the assigned interpreter is not meeting the specifications and requirements within this Scope of Work. The CDE will not be responsible for reimbursing costs for the initial interpreter.

F. The Contractor will provide qualified immediate substitute personnel, if assigned interpreter is unable to perform due to illness, resignation, or other factors beyond the Contractor’s control.

VIII. CERTIFICATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS

A. Interpreters provided are required to be:

1. Certified members of the Registry of Interpreters for Deaf (RID); OR

2. Interpreters who have National Association of the Deaf (NAD) certification must be at level 4 or above.

B. The Contractor will provide to the CDE Contract Monitor a photocopy via email of the required certifications of any and all interpreters to be used in the fulfillment of this contract, prior to any work being performed.

C. Assigned interpreters must adhere to the RID Code of Ethics and maintain a high level of professionalism both in attire and communication.

D. The Contractor must provide interpreters who are knowledgeable of highly technical language regarding special education curriculum, instruction, assessment, and Educational Information Technology, and have the signing skills necessary to interpret this information.

E. The Contractor must provide interpreters who are highly skilled in both voice-to-sign and sign-to voice interpreting.

F. Interpreters must be comfortable providing interpreting services in front of an audience both virtually and in person.

IX. MINIMUM HOURS

Assignments shall be scheduled and paid according to the industry standard minimum of two (2) hours. After the initial two (2) hours, assignments may be scheduled in half hour increments.

X. CANCELLATION OF CONTRACT

A. Failure to provide ASL interpreting services in person may result in termination of this agreement.

B. If Contractor is unable to fulfill three (3) consecutive requested scheduled ASL assignments, the contract may be cancelled at CDE’s discretion.

C. The Contractor and CDE Contract Monitor may meet on a quarterly basis to ensure timely performance and notification of assignments.

EXHIBIT B – BUDGET DETAIL AND PAYMENT PROVISIONS

I. INVOICING AND PAYMENT

For services satisfactorily rendered, and upon receipt and approval of the invoices, the State agrees to compensate the Contractor for actual expenditures incurred in accordance with the rates specified herein, which is attached hereto and made a part of this agreement.

Invoices shall include the Agreement Number CN250223 and shall be submitted in arrears, not more frequently than monthly in duplicate to:

California Department of Education State Special Schols and Services Division Attention: Shelby Helms 1430 N Street, Suite 1201 Sacramento, CA 95814 Email: shelms@cde.ca.gov

II. BUDGET CONTINGENCY CLAUSE (rev. 04/2025)

A. It is mutually understood between the parties that this Agreement may have been written before ascertaining the availability of federal and/or state funds, for the mutual benefit of both parties in order to avoid program and fiscal delays that would occur if the Agreement were executed after that determination was made.

B. This Agreement is valid and enforceable only if sufficient funds are made available to the State by the United States and/or California Government for the purpose of this program. In addition, this Agreement is subject to any additional restrictions, limitations, or conditions, imposed by the federal or California government that may affect the provisions, terms or funding of this Agreement in any manner.

C. It is mutually agreed that if the Congress or the State Legislature does not appropriate sufficient funds for the program or the federal or state executive branch does not disburse sufficient funds, this Agreement shall be amended to reflect any reduction in funds actually received by CDE.

D. Pursuant to GC, Section 927.13, no late payment penalty shall accrue during any time period for which there is no Budget Act in effect, nor on any payment or refund that is the result of a federally mandated program or that is directly dependent upon the receipt of funds by a state agency.

E. CDE has the option to terminate the Agreement under the 30-day termination clause or to amend the Agreement to reflect any reduction in funds that the CDE actually receives.

III. PAYMENT

Payment will be made in accordance with, and within the time specified in, Government Code Chapter 4.5, commencing with Section 927.

mailto:shelms@cde.ca.gov

EXHIBIT B.1 – CONTRACTOR’S BID FORM

American Sign Language Interpreting Services – CN250223 Contract Period: December 15, 2025 – December 14, 2026

The undersigned Contractor hereby proposes to furnish all labor, personnel, material, supplies, licenses, certifications, travel, transportation, parking, equipment, equipment rental, taxes, permits, and insurance necessary to perform all the work required for as needed video remote and in-person American Sign Language interpreting services in accordance with the terms and conditions contained herein:

ALL RATES CORRESPOND TO AN HOURLY RATE FOR ONE (1) INTERPRETER

SERVICES RATE HOURS* TOTAL

Non-Legal ASL Interpreting Services

$_________/per one interpreter hour

X 200 Hours = $_____________

Non-Legal ASL Interpreting Services (Video Remote)

$_________/ per one interpreter hour

X 360 Hours = $_____________

Non-Legal ASL Interpreting Services (Emergency Rates)

$_________/ per one interpreter hour

X 60 Hours = $_____________

Non-Legal ASL Interpreting Services (Emergency Rates- Video Remote)

$_________/ per one interpreter hour

X 60 Hours = $_____________

TOTAL COMBINED COST (Add Lines 1 through 4) $_____________

*Number of hours is an estimate only. The CDE reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of hours as needed.

This bid form must be completed in its entirety. An unsigned bid form may result in disqualification.

Bidder Name: ________________________________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________________________

City/State/Zip: ________________________________________________________

Email: ______________________________________________________________

Phone: _____________________________________________________________

Signature: ___________________________________________________________

Printed Name/Title: ____________________________________________________

License #:____________________________________________________________

Federal ID #:__________________________________________________________

Questions regarding completion of this form should be brought to the attention of: Shae Rebol, by email at srebol@cde.ca.gov or by phone at (916) 445-7292.

EXHIBIT B.2 – CONTRACTOR’S BID FORM

American Sign Language Interpreting Services – CN250223 Option to Renew Contract Period: December 15, 2026 – December 14, 2027

The undersigned Contractor hereby proposes to furnish all labor, personnel, material, supplies, licenses, certifications, travel, transportation, parking, equipment, equipment rental, taxes, permits, and insurance necessary to perform all the work required for as needed video remote and in-person American Sign Language interpreting services in accordance with the terms and

Non-Legal ASL Interpreting Services

$_________/per one interpreter hour

X 200 Hours = $_____________

Non-Legal ASL Interpreting Services (Video Remote)

$_________/ per one interpreter hour

X 360 Hours = $_____________

Non-Legal ASL Interpreting Services (Emergency Rates)

$_________/ per one interpreter hour

X 60 Hours = $_____________

Non-Legal ASL Interpreting Services (Emergency Rates- Video Remote)

$_________/ per one interpreter hour

X 60 Hours = $_____________

TOTAL COMBINED COST (Add Lines 1 through 4) $_____________

*Number of hours is an estimate only. The CDE reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of hours as needed.

This bid form must be completed in its entirety. An unsigned bid form may result in disqualification.

Bidder Name: ________________________________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________________________

City/State/Zip: ________________________________________________________

Email: ______________________________________________________________

Phone: _____________________________________________________________

Signature: ___________________________________________________________

Printed Name/Title: ____________________________________________________

License #:____________________________________________________________

Federal ID #:__________________________________________________________

Questions regarding completion of this form should be brought to the attention of: Shae Rebol, EXHIBIT B.3 – CONTRACTOR’S BID FORM

American Sign Language Interpreting Services – CN250223 Option to Renew Contract Period: December 15, 2027 – December 14, 2028

The undersigned Contractor hereby proposes to furnish all labor, personnel, material, supplies, licenses, certifications, travel, transportation, parking, equipment, equipment rental, taxes, permits, and insurance necessary to perform all the work required for as needed video remote and in-person American Sign Language interpreting services in accordance with the terms and

Non-Legal ASL Interpreting Services

$_________/per one interpreter hour

X 200 Hours = $_____________

Non-Legal ASL Interpreting Services (Video Remote)

$_________/ per one interpreter hour

X 360 Hours = $_____________

Non-Legal ASL Interpreting Services (Emergency Rates)

$_________/ per one interpreter hour

X 60 Hours = $_____________

Non-Legal ASL Interpreting Services (Emergency Rates- Video Remote)

$_________/ per one interpreter hour

X 60 Hours = $_____________

TOTAL COMBINED COST (Add Lines 1 through 4) $_____________

*Number of hours is an estimate only. The CDE reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of hours as needed.

This bid form must be completed in its entirety. An unsigned bid form may result in disqualification.

Bidder Name: ________________________________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________________________

City/State/Zip: ________________________________________________________

Email: ______________________________________________________________

Phone: _____________________________________________________________

Signature: ___________________________________________________________

Printed Name/Title: ____________________________________________________

License #:____________________________________________________________

Federal ID #:__________________________________________________________

Questions regarding completion of this form should be brought to the attention of: Shae Rebol, EXHIBIT C – GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

GTC 02/2025 will be incorporated by reference and made part of this Agreement. The GTC 02/2025 document can be viewed at https://www.dgs.ca.gov/OLS/Resources/Standard-Contract- Language https://www.dgs.ca.gov/OLS/Resources/Page-Content/Office-of-Legal-Services-Resources-List-Folder/Standard-Contract-Language https://www.dgs.ca.gov/OLS/Resources/Page-Content/Office-of-Legal-Services-Resources-List-Folder/Standard-Contract-Language

EXHIBIT D – SPECIAL TERMS & CONDITIONS

I. RIGHT TO TERMINATE

The State reserves the right to terminate this agreement subject to 30 days written notice to the Contractor. Contractor may submit a written request to terminate this agreement only if the State should substantially fail to perform its responsibilities as provided herein.

However, the agreement can be immediately terminated for cause. The term “for cause” shall mean that the Contractor fails to meet the terms, conditions, and/or responsibilities of the contract. In this instance, the contract termination shall be effective as of the date indicated on the State’s notification to the Contractor.

This agreement may be suspended or cancelled without notice, at the option of the Contractor, if the Contractor or State’s premises or equipment are destroyed by fire or other catastrophe, or so substantially damaged that it is impractical to continue service, or in the event the Contractor is unable to render services as a result of any action by any governmental authority.

II. TERMINATION FOR TARGETS OF ECONOMIC SANCTIONS; EXECUTIVE ORDER N-6-

22 – RUSSIA SANCTIONS

On March 4, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order N-6-22 (the EO) regarding Economic Sanctions against Russia and Russian entities and individuals.

“Economic Sanctions” refers to sanctions imposed by the U.S. government in response to Russia’s actions in Ukraine, as well as any sanctions imposed under state law. By submitting a bid or proposal, Contractor represents that it is not a target of Economic Sanctions. Should the State determine Contractor is a target of Economic Sanctions or is conducting prohibited transactions with sanctioned individuals or entities, that shall be grounds for rejection of the Contractor’s bid/proposal any time prior to contract execution, or, if determined after contract execution, shall be grounds for termination by the State.

III. RESOLUTION OF DISPUTES

If the Contractor disputes any action by the project monitor arising under or out of the performance of this contract, the Contractor shall notify the project monitor of the dispute in writing and request a claims decision. The project monitor shall issue a decision within 30 days of the Contractor's notice. If the Contractor disagrees with the project monitor's claims decision, the Contractor shall submit a formal claim to the Superintendent of Public Instruction or the Superintendent's designee. The decision of the Superintendent shall be final and conclusive on the claim unless the decision is arbitrary, capricious, or grossly erroneous or if any determination of fact is unsupported by substantial evidence. The decision may encompass facts, interpretations of the contract, and determinations or applications of law. The decision shall be in writing following an opportunity for the contractor to present oral or documentary evidence and arguments in support of the claim.

Contractor shall continue with the responsibilities under this Agreement during any dispute.

IV. LOSS LEADER

It is unlawful for any person engaged in business within this state to sell or use any article or product as a “loss leader” as defined in Section 17030 of the Business and Professions Code.

V. ICT ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS (05/2018)

Unless the scope of work expressly provides that the CDE shall be responsible for all 508 compliance:

A. Contractor shall, in accordance with California Government Code section 7405 (which requires state agencies to comply with Section 508 of the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 508)), ensure that any and all Information and Communications Technology (ICT) deliverables developed, procured, or maintained as a result of this contract shall comply with state and federal accessibility requirements, including: (i) the California Department of Education’s (CDE) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 at the AA level found at:

http://www.w3.org/TR/WCAG20/, (ii) the CDE’s Web Standards found at:

https://www.cde.ca.gov/re/di/ws/webstandards.asp, and (iii) the CDE’s Web Application Review Team (WebART) review process found at:

https://www.cde.ca.gov/re/di/ws/webartproc.asp.

B. The definition of “Information and Communications Technology” or “ICT” includes but is not limited to: computer hardware, software, cloud services, websites, web content, web or mobile application, office documents (e.g., MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, PDF), multimedia, social media, email, and electronic devices.

C. Contractor shall employ a section 508 compliance expert with qualifications and experience acceptable to the CDE to: (i) advise Contractor during ICT deliverable development, and (ii) certify in writing on behalf of Contractor that the ICT deliverables are fully compliant with the standards in subsection A above and Section 508 prior to submission to, or use by, the CDE.