Technical American Sign Language(ASL) Interpreter

This solicitation seeks proposals for technical American Sign Language interpreter services for the Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation. Vendors must provide on-site and video remote interpreting services to support deaf and hard of hearing employees. The base period of performance is February 15, 2023 through February 14, 2024 with optional extensions. Proposals are due by January 31, 2023 and will be evaluated based on capability statements, scheduling methodologies, past performance, and pricing by contract line item for the base year and extensions. Amendments provide final questions and answers regarding personnel qualifications and technical requirements.

The solicitation is set aside for total small businesses. An estimated 2,214 hours of interpreting services are required annually on an as-needed basis, with the majority to be provided virtually and less than 5% of assignments with less than 24 hours notice. Services will be performed at the Denver Federal Center with 10-20% of hours on-site. No incumbent was identified. The NAICS code is 541613 and PSC D316. Evaluation will determine best value with services anticipated to begin February 15, 2023.