16-IFB-00446 - Certified Registered In-Person Interpreter Services

The California Department of Social Services has issued Invitation for Bid 16-IFB-00446 for Certified Registered In-Person Interpreter Services. This statewide procurement seeks to establish a contract for certified in-person interpreters to provide services to state agencies and other authorized entities within California. The selected contractors will be required to provide highly skilled and qualified interpreters who can facilitate communication between government representatives and individuals with limited English proficiency. Key objectives include ensuring equitable access to state services and programs for all Californians, regardless of their primary language. Bids are due by February 12, 2016, and the contract award is anticipated shortly thereafter. The initial contract term will be for an unspecified duration, with options to extend.

This procurement does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. However, bidders will be required to demonstrate that their interpreter staff possess the necessary certifications and expertise to perform the required services at a high level. There is no incumbent vendor, as this represents a new statewide contract opportunity. The total value of the contract or budget range is not specified in the available information.