FY24 DPR Therapeutic Recreation Services (CBE AND SBE VENDORS ONLY

The District of Columbia Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is seeking competitive bids for Fiscal Year 2024 Therapeutic Recreation Services through a targeted procurement process. This solicitation is specifically designed to procure comprehensive therapeutic recreation programming and support services for district residents. Potential contractors will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing specialized recreational activities tailored to individuals with disabilities or unique therapeutic needs. The contract requires vendors to demonstrate expertise in designing inclusive recreational programs, providing skilled personnel, and meeting specific therapeutic intervention standards. The procurement opportunity is currently open, with proposals due by August 28, 2024, following the initial posting on August 23, 2024. Vendors must carefully review all submission requirements and ensure full compliance with the district's detailed specifications and performance expectations.

This procurement is exclusively reserved for Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) vendors, effectively limiting competition to qualifying small and local businesses within the District of Columbia. The set-aside designation aims to support local economic development and provide opportunities for smaller, disadvantaged businesses in the therapeutic recreation services sector. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the available information, municipal contracts of this nature typically range from $100,000 to $500,000 annually. Potential respondents must possess demonstrated experience in delivering therapeutic recreation services, appropriate professional certifications, and the operational capacity to meet the district's programmatic requirements. Additional qualifications may include staff credentials, program design expertise, and a proven track record of successful inclusive recreational programming for diverse populations with varying therapeutic needs.