Educational Diagnostic Services (Evaluation Interpretations)

Deming Public Schools in Luna County, New Mexico, is soliciting proposals for Educational Diagnostic Services (RFP 24-13) focused on evaluation interpretations for students with disabilities. The procurement seeks service providers capable of interpreting approximately 200 English and bilingual initial evaluations and re-evaluations annually during Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings. Qualified vendors must be available at least three days per week from July 1st to June 30th each year, with services spanning four fiscal years (2025-2026 through 2028-2029). The proposal evaluation will utilize a comprehensive 100-point scoring system, with points allocated across specifications (25 points), personnel requirements (20 points), references (20 points), pricing (30 points), and resident/veteran business status (5 points). Proposals are due by March 21, 2025, with an anticipated contract award date of April 18, 2025. Vendors must submit complete proposals demonstrating personnel licensure, professional references (preferably from New Mexico school districts), and detailed pricing structures. The contract includes an initial one-year term with options to renew annually for three additional years.

The procurement offers preferential considerations for New Mexico-based businesses, including an 8% preference for in-state or Native American resident businesses and a 10% preference for resident veteran businesses. All service providers must successfully pass background investigations and maintain professional credentials from the New Mexico Public Education Department. The contract allows termination at the end of each school year by either party. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the scope suggests a multi-year contract for interpretation services covering approximately 200 evaluations annually. Potential respondents must be prepared to invoice for total interpretation costs, including any additional fees such as mileage, and clearly indicate gross receipts tax in their proposals. Interested vendors can direct questions to Kimberly Cardoza, Chief Procurement Officer, at (575) 546-8841 or Procurement@demingps.org.