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The Ocean Springs Board of Education in Mississippi is soliciting proposals through a Request for Proposals (RFP) process for the provision of School-Based Teacher of the Visually Impaired Services and Orientation and Mobility Services, with a posting date of February 27, 2026, and a proposal due date of March 11, 2026. The procurement seeks qualified vendors to deliver specialized educational services designed to support visually impaired students within the school district through certified instructional services and mobility training. Key deliverables include school-based teaching services for visually impaired students and orientation and mobility instruction to enhance students' independence and functional capabilities. Qualified vendors are expected to possess special education certification specific to visual impairments and demonstrate substantial experience working with visually impaired student populations. The RFP evaluation process will assess vendor proposals based on factors including qualifications, experience, service delivery methodologies, and cost effectiveness, though specific evaluation criteria details should be confirmed within the full RFP documentation. Prospective bidders should verify exact dates and timelines for bidders' conferences, site visits, and question submission deadlines as referenced in the complete RFP materials.

The RFP documentation may include set-aside provisions or preferences for service providers meeting specific certification and experience criteria related to special education for the visually impaired, though detailed restrictions on eligible respondent types should be reviewed in the full RFP package. Incumbent provider information and current service delivery configurations should be examined within the complete RFP documentation to understand existing baseline service levels and performance expectations. The Ocean Springs Board of Education will fund the awarded contract through its special education service budget allocations and applicable federal funding sources designated for students with visual disabilities. While specific award values or budget ranges have not been provided in the available documentation, vendors should submit detailed cost breakdowns reflecting the full scope of services proposed. The contract term and any renewal options will be finalized through negotiations between the Ocean Springs Board of Education and the selected service provider following the proposal evaluation process.