Pre-ETS autism services with ASD

The State of South Carolina, through the South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department (SCVRD), is seeking to establish a qualified list of vendors to provide Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in preparation for employment, self-sufficiency, and independence. The services to be provided include job exploration counseling, work-based learning, instruction in self-advocacy, and workplace readiness training. The contract term is estimated to be one year with two one-year renewal options, for a maximum of three years. The initial bid is due on January 31, 2025, and awards will be posted on February 15, 2025. Pricing for the services will be $100 per student per hour, with a maximum of 30 hours of service per student per quarter across the four service areas. Vendors must have Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) staff and a minimum of two years' experience providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to students with autism.

The solicitation does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. Additionally, no incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, and no existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements are provided. The total award value or budget range is not specified in the available documents.