Physical Therapy Services

Deming Public Schools in Luna County, New Mexico is seeking a physical therapy services contractor through Request for Proposals (RFP 24-07) to provide comprehensive therapy services for students with disabilities in their Special Education programs. The procurement covers a multi-year contract spanning four school years (2024-28), with an anticipated requirement of one on-site therapist working 5 days per week, 40 weeks annually, for 7 hours daily. Vendors must provide an all-inclusive hourly rate covering mileage, evaluations, progress reports, and related expenses, while demonstrating current professional licensing and substantial work history. The proposal submission deadline is May 15, 2024, at 3:00 PM MST, with an evaluation period scheduled from May 20-24, 2024, and finalist selection planned for May 28, 2024. Proposals will be comprehensively evaluated across six critical areas: Specifications (25 points), In-Person vs Virtual Services (5 points), Personnel Requirements (20 points), References (20 points), and Price (30 points), with electronic submissions required through Bidnet Direct.

The procurement offers preferential considerations for New Mexico-based businesses, with an 8% preference for in-state or Native American resident businesses and a 10% preference for resident veteran businesses. The district retains a veto option for proposed therapy personnel, ensuring quality control and alignment with institutional needs. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the multi-year contract structure suggests a substantial commitment to continuous physical therapy services. Vendors must separately indicate gross receipts tax on their proposals and be prepared for potential contract discontinuation, as the agreement allows both the district and vendor to terminate services with written notice provided by April 1st of each school year. The comprehensive nature of the RFP indicates a robust and competitive procurement process designed to secure high-quality, consistent physical therapy services for students with specialized educational needs.