COL2547-SUPPSCHPSYCH-ad2.pdf
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This document is Addendum No. 2 for the Supplemental School Psychological Services Request for Proposal (RFP# 4-25-47) issued by the Colonial School District. The addendum provides clarifying information for potential bidders, including details about incumbent vendors, billing rates, contract expectations, and operational requirements. The RFP seeks supplemental psychological service providers to support the district's growing program, with an opening date of July 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The district will require 7.5 billable hours per typical school day and is open to new graduates if mentorship is provided.
The addendum reveals current incumbent vendors with their respective billing rates, including Light Street Solutions, PTS, Inc., The Speech Clinic, and The Stepping Stones Group. Rates for various professional roles like Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Physical Therapists (PTs), and Psychologists range from $62.50 to $91.04 per hour. The district prefers flat rates over rate ranges and will provide all necessary materials for service delivery. Program directors will oversee day-to-day operations, with lead clinicians providing clinical supervision. The district's primary motivation for this RFP is to ensure access to qualified providers who can support increasing student needs and maintain service quality as enrollment grows.
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CENTRAL BIDDING DEPARTMENT
ADDENDUM No. 2
Supplemental School Psychological Services– RFP# 4-25-47
Colonial School District
Date of Addendum: June 27, 2025
OPENING DATE: July 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM
To all prospective bidders under the specifications and contract documents described above, this Addendum to
RFP is being issued to modify the specifications as follows:
1. Can you please provide a list of incumbent vendors and their bill rates?
-Light Street Solutions (SLPs $80.33, SLPs Bilingual $91.04, Ots $80.33, PTs $91.04, Psychs. $91.04)
-PTS, Inc. (Ots $72.89, OT Assistants $62.50, PTs $72.89, PT Assistants $62.50, SLPs $76.51, Bilingual SLPs $82.61, Psychs. $90.73)
-The Speech Clinic (SLPs $82.00, Bilingual SLPs $89.00)
-The Stepping Stones Group (SLPs $86.00, Bilingual SLPs $87.00, Psychs. $92.00, OTs $86.00, PTs $86.00)
2. What is the total budget/expenditure allotted for this RFP?
- The total budget for this RFP will be aligned with current market rates and is commensurate with the scope and complexity of the services outlined. We welcome cost proposals that reflect competitive, fair-market pricing
3. Can we submit rates ranges (i.e. $65-70) or does the district prefer a flat rate ($70)?
-Flat rates are preferred.
4. Please clarify Medicare/Medicaid Billing: Will the vendor be required to bill Medicaid with direct reimbursement going to the vendor through the vendors Medicaid billing number, if applicable? Or will the vendor be required to enter Medicaid billing through the districts billing documents for the district to be reimbursed directly by Medicaid, if applicable?
-No, we do not require direct pay to Medicaid/Medicare. Submission of hours, progress monitoring, schedule, and documentation of service delivery.
5. How many billable hours are there in a typical school day?
-7.5 Hours.
6. How long have the incumbent suppliers held this contract?
- Contracts are reviewed annually, and renewal decisions are made at that time based on performance and mutual agreement. Incumbent suppliers have the opportunity to opt in for renewal each year, so the duration may vary depending on those annual evaluations
7. Are you satisfied with the incumbent suppliers? If not, what are you unsatisfied with?
-Finding qualified candidates in person.
8. Please clarify the reporting structure for Supervision of contract staff within the district?
- Program directors on site are responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations and will report any concerns or issues related to contract staff directly to the vendor. The vendor maintains responsibility for the supervision and management of their staff. While the vendor oversees staffing, the district reserves the right to request that a staff member not return to the site if deemed necessary.
9. What position provides clinical supervision within the district?
-The lead clinicians.
10. Can you provide the name and contact information for the individual who will coordinate these services at your district?
-That information will be given to the awarded vendor.
11. What are the anticipated number of FTE for the next school year?
-The anticipated number of FTEs for the next school year will depend on student enrollment and specific program needs. Staffing levels are adjusted accordingly to ensure appropriate support based on the number of students served.
12. Please clarify if the district or vendor provides any materials (i.e. medical supplies, assessments, protocols/scoring sheets, computers, printers, PPE, etc.).
-All materials will be provided.
13. Do you accept new graduates if the vendor provides mentorship?
-Yes.
14. Can you provide insight into why this RFP has been released for bid? Specifically, what are the key drivers or needs prompting this solicitation?
- The district is seeking supplemental assistance throughout the school year to support our growing program. This RFP has been released to ensure we have access to qualified providers who can help meet the increasing needs of our students and maintain the quality of services as enrollment and demand continue to grow.
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