IFB 10210088 ASL Interpretation Services

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR), Office of the General Counsel, has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) #10210088 for American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation Services across Sacramento County and San Francisco City jurisdictions. The procurement seeks to secure a contractor providing non-legal, in-person ASL interpreters to assist DWR employees with day-to-day activities and job-required training on an as-needed basis. Interpreters must be certified by recognized organizations such as the National Interpreting Certification (NIC), National Association of the Deaf (NAD), or Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID), with specific certification level requirements. The anticipated contract term is two years, with services primarily to be performed in the Resources Building in Sacramento, but potentially extending to various DWR field divisions and training centers throughout California. Key deliverables include providing qualified ASL interpreters with appropriate certifications, submitting detailed documentation including interpreter resumes and state-required forms, and adhering to a pricing structure based on hourly rates with a minimum two-hour increment. The bid is due on July 1, 2025, with a bid opening on July 2, 2025, and an anticipated contract start date in September 2025.

The solicitation includes specific set-aside designations for small businesses and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE), with potential preference and incentive percentages for meeting participation levels. There are no listed incumbent vendors mentioned in the documentation. The contract has an estimated 200 total hours for the entire contract period, with no guaranteed work volume, and the state reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with certification requirements, submit comprehensive documentation, and meet specific state-mandated business enterprise participation goals. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the hourly rate-based structure suggests flexibility in contractor selection based on competitive pricing and qualification levels. The procurement emphasizes not just language interpretation skills, but also a commitment to supporting diverse business participation and meeting the accessibility needs of DWR employees.