Occupational Therapy, KSD

The Kentucky Department of Education is seeking qualified occupational therapy service providers for the Kentucky School for the Deaf (KSD), a Pre-K through 12 residential school located in Danville. The Request for Proposal (RFP) 540 2600000100 aims to secure occupational therapists to serve students with Individual Education Plans (IEP) on the KSD campus. Vendors must possess a valid Kentucky Occupational Therapist License and have a minimum of 3 years' experience providing services in a school setting. The procurement will evaluate proposals based on a comprehensive point system totaling 1,700 maximum points, with 900 points allocated to the technical proposal, 600 points for the cost proposal, and potentially 200 points for oral presentations. The initial contract term is anticipated from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028, with potential renewal options for two additional two-year periods. Services will be required up to 37.5 hours per week over 42 weeks, with therapists working Monday through Friday between 7:30 AM and 6:30 PM Eastern Standard Time. The proposal submission deadline is November 12, 2025, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time.

The RFP does not specify any explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. All vendors will be subject to mandatory background checks as per Kentucky Revised Statutes. No travel expenses will be reimbursed, and all services must be performed exclusively on the KSD campus. The cost proposal requires vendors to submit both regular and overtime hourly rates, with the lowest-priced proposal receiving maximum points. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the proposal includes an Attachment A - Cost Proposal Hourly Rate form for vendors to outline their proposed billing rates. The comprehensive evaluation process suggests the potential for a substantial contract value, reflecting the extensive service requirements and the specialized nature of occupational therapy services for deaf and hard of hearing students. Prospective vendors must provide detailed documentation of educational qualifications, professional expertise, and background to be considered for this contract opportunity.