ASL Family Signs Instructor Services

The Texas School for the Deaf is requesting proposals for American Sign Language Family Signs Instructor Services under RFP 7-8156-005, with proposals due August 28, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Central Time and questions due August 19, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.

The contractor will provide in-home sign language instruction programs via videoconferencing to families with deaf or hard of hearing children, coordinating with TSD's School Outreach Center staff. Core deliverables include scheduling weekly 30–40 minute classes, developing student groupings by skill level, maintaining curriculum materials, and documenting attendance and session reports. Minimum qualifications are two years of professional experience providing such services, two different contracts completed within the last five years, advanced ASL skillset, and one of several professional certifications or credentials in deaf education, interpreting, or ASL proficiency. Preferred experience includes projects of similar scope, prior engagement with the deaf and hard of hearing community, and prior work with State of Texas agencies.

All contractor personnel with direct student contact must pass a background check at the contractor's expense and be authorized to work in the United States. Additional requirements include maintaining professional attire, possessing a valid Texas driver's license with car liability insurance, attending quarterly meetings and summer training, and compliance with FERPA confidentiality standards and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

TSD's evaluation criteria weight compensation and fees at 60 percent and qualifications and experience at 40 percent. Respondents must submit proposals on an hourly rate basis with an annual estimate of 456 hours of staffing. TSD reserves the right to adjust hours based on program needs and does not guarantee minimum volume or funding commitment. The initial contract term runs September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027, with options to renew for up to three additional one-year terms through August 31, 2030. TSD reserves the right to extend for up to twelve months and may terminate for convenience with thirty days' written notice or for cause with fifteen days' written notice. Written question responses are due August 24, 2026.