IFB SD#24-00031 Blind Cane Tapping Training Services

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are seeking a contractor to provide Blind Cane Tapping Training Services for incarcerated individuals at California State Prison - Los Angeles County through Invitation for Bid (IFB) #SD24-00031. The procurement aims to deliver comprehensive training services focusing on orientation and mobility, cognitive skills, and adjustment to blindness for approximately five incarcerated persons annually. Key deliverables include initial assessments of ambulatory abilities, training on adaptive living skills such as magnification, organization, time management, personal hygiene, and food preparation for visually impaired individuals. Bidders must submit proposals by April 15, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with a public bid opening scheduled for April 16, 2025, and a proposed contract award date of April 25, 2025. Minimum qualifications for bidders include having a location within 100 miles of the prison, being in good standing with the California Secretary of State, and providing three positive references for similar services performed within the last five years. The contract will run from May 1, 2025, through April 30, 2028, with training services to be performed during standard business hours (8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday).

The solicitation includes provisions for small business preferences, offering a potential five percent preference for certified small businesses or those committing to subcontract with small businesses. Bidders must have Small Business (SB) or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) certification for the duration of the contract. The procurement encourages participation from disadvantaged business enterprises, with specific emphasis on small and veteran-owned businesses. While the exact contract value is not explicitly stated, the IFB includes a rate sheet for bidders to quote hourly rates for different training components. Contractors will be required to comply with various regulations, including executing a Non-Disclosure Agreement, completing Contractor Certification Clauses, and adhering to strict confidentiality and information security requirements. Additional certifications and compliance measures include HIPAA regulations and specific conduct guidelines for working with prison inmates. The training will be conducted at the prison location, with the contractor responsible for providing comprehensive training reports and maintaining professional standards throughout the service delivery.