Pre-Employment Transition Services

The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) is conducting a competitive solicitation for Pre-Employment Transition Services. The procurement seeks qualified contractors to provide the five required Pre-ETS activities in a group setting, including job exploration counseling, work-based learning experiences, counseling on postsecondary educational opportunities, workplace readiness training, and self-advocacy instruction. Bidders must have experience working with students with diverse disabilities and delivering Pre-ETS or youth career readiness services. The services must be provided in collaboration with DVR and local educational agencies across multiple counties in Washington state. Proposals are due by August 5, 2024, with an anticipated contract term of October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025, with options to extend. DSHS will evaluate bids based on best value criteria, including qualifications, experience, technical approach, and pricing.

The solicitation does not include any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There are no details provided on any incumbent vendors or current contractors. The solicitation states that DSHS intends to award multiple contracts, but does not specify an award value or budget range. Bidders must provide a comprehensive cost proposal as part of their response, including any assumptions affecting their pricing.