Dance Educator Services IFB #24-20089-000

The Department of State Hospitals (DSH) - Metropolitan is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Dance Educator Services to provide dance workshops and education for adult patients with mental illnesses at various DSH facilities in Los Angeles County, California. The agreement term is expected to be from December 2, 2024 through June 30, 2026. Bidders must meet minimum qualifications, including relevant experience, references, and the ability to pass required background checks and clearances to work on DSH grounds. The contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, insurance, medical clearance, and incidentals necessary to deliver the services. Pricing will be evaluated based on an hourly rate, which must not exceed $70 per hour. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The IFB indicates that DSH will apply preference programs, such as the Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise incentives, when evaluating bids. The IFB does not permit the use of subcontractors for this service. There is no mention of any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and the IFB does not provide a budget range for the contract. The deadline for submitting bids is November 12, 2024.