24MAOSTBH1 | Interpreter in Education Course Delivery

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), is seeking approved providers to deliver interpreter training courses for individuals working in educational settings. The contract opportunity, identified as 24MAOSTBH1, aims to establish a prequalified list of vendors that can offer DESE-approved Tier 2 and Tier 3 Interpreter in Education courses or submit their own high-quality, aligned course materials for approval. Approved providers will be required to demonstrate language proficiency, maintain records, facilitate evaluations, and provide certifications to participants. The initial contract term is from the approval date to June 30, 2027, with a one-year renewal option. Vendors must submit bids via COMMBUYS by the open bid deadline, and pricing will be based on rates with no maximum obligation amount.

The contract does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. However, the evaluation criteria place significant emphasis on the bidder's reputation as a provider of professional development to public school educators, experience interacting with school districts, and evidence of activities focused on addressing racial inequities. The contract is funded through federal, state, trust, or capital funds, but the total contract value, including the renewal period, is not specified. There are no listed incumbent vendors or current contractors, and the contract does not mention any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration.