ASL for DAM safety meeting, boise 1OF2

The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to award a Firm Fixed Price contract to KLR Interpreting, L.L.C. for American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation services. The contract is classified under NAICS Code 541930 for Language Interpretation Services and will support a Dam Safety and O&M Regional Meeting in Boise, Idaho from January 27-30, 2025. The procurement is being pursued on a sole source basis under FAR 6.302-1(a)(2), indicating that KLR Interpreting is considered the only responsible source capable of meeting the agency's specific requirements. The special notice is specifically designed to provide ASL interpretation for a Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing Federal Employee attending a two-day meeting with over 30 attendees at the Columbia Pacific Northwest Regional Office.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to secure professional ASL interpretation services with advanced technical expertise in scientific and engineering domains. Contractors interested in being considered for future acquisitions must submit capability statements by January 23, 2025, at 12:00 EST to mswift@usbr.gov, including their SAM.Gov Unique Entity ID (UEI) and demonstrating bona-fide capabilities. The contract requires a minimum of two qualified ASL interpreters proficient in STEM vocabularies, including engineering disciplines, water delivery systems, environmental compliance, and dam/powerplant operations. Eligible contractors must maintain active SAM registration and be prepared to work from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM local time, with a 2-hour minimum daily payment. Travel expenses will be reimbursed according to Federal Travel Regulations, covering airfare, lodging, and per diem rates ranging from $64.50 to $86 depending on travel days, with contractors required to submit pre-travel authorization and provide proof of required certifications and liability insurance.