ESBD_385225_1734126386123_Exhibit F - Cover Sheet 301-24-04118.pdf

This is an Exhibit F HUB Subcontracting Plan cover sheet for RFP No. 301-24-04118 issued by the Texas Office of the Governor, Financial Services Division for American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter services. The RFP seeks Advanced or Master level interpreters certified by either the Texas Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI) or Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) to provide statewide services across various divisions. Services will include in-person interpretation (estimated 356 hours annually) and virtual services (estimated 60 hours annually) for webinars, meetings, and constituent announcements. The contract term runs through August 31, 2026, with three optional 12-month renewals through August 31, 2029, plus a possible 6-month transition extension. Proposals are due January 8, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST.

The maximum contract amount for the initial performance period is $32,000, with pricing based on hourly rates that vary by interpreter level, service timing, and travel requirements. The RFP includes HUB subcontracting opportunities under NIGP Class 961 for Sign Language Services (961-67) and Interpreter Services (961-92), requiring completion of a comprehensive HUB Subcontracting Plan. Primary service locations are the Texas State Capitol and State Insurance Building in Austin, though services will be needed throughout Texas. The Office of the Governor is transitioning from the current CSSA contract in January to establish new separate contracts for ASL and captioning services.