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The Biloxi Public School District is seeking a qualified provider for district-wide American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter Services for the 2025-2026 school year, funded through IDEA Part B and Preschool funds. The procurement is a Request for Proposal (RFP) targeting comprehensive interpreter services for deaf and hard-of-hearing students across all school sites, including the extended school year. Key deliverables include attending classes, guidance sessions, and meetings to interpret educational information, support teachers in implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and answer questions about deafness. The evaluation criteria total 100 points, with 40 points dedicated to demonstrating best practices in school-based interpreting and promoting student curriculum access. Proposers must provide documentation of Mississippi licensure, pass background checks, submit school district references, and provide proof of general and professional liability insurance. The proposal submission deadline is Friday, May 23, 2025, at 12:30 p.m., to be delivered to the Special Services Department. The district reserves the right to accept multiple proposals and may solicit additional proposals during the school year to meet IDEA service needs.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations are explicitly mentioned, the RFP emphasizes rigorous professional qualifications for potential providers. The procurement appears open to qualified ASL interpreter service providers who can meet the district's comprehensive requirements. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the documentation. The RFP does not specify a precise budget range or award value, though the scope suggests a potentially significant contract for the 2025-2026 academic year. The district will likely evaluate proposals based on the ability to provide comprehensive, high-quality interpreter services that support the educational needs of deaf and hard-of-hearing students. The contract appears designed to ensure seamless communication and educational access for students with hearing disabilities across the Biloxi Public School District.