Public Notice for Special Procurement

The Beaverton School District is pursuing a Special Procurement contract with Serendipity Center for tuition and residential care services for special education students. The procurement specifically targets comprehensive educational and residential support for students with individualized educational needs that require specialized care. Through this unique procurement method, the district intends to provide targeted services directly benefiting students whose Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) necessitate the specific level of support Serendipity Center offers. The contract will be awarded through a special procurement process, with a public comment period extending seven calendar days from the notice date of September 12, 2023, and a final submission deadline of September 19, 2023. The procurement seeks a vendor capable of delivering comprehensive residential and educational support services tailored to students with complex special education requirements. The district will evaluate potential providers based on their ability to meet the specific individualized needs of students and provide appropriate educational and residential care.

The contract is not explicitly designated for disadvantaged enterprises or set-aside for specific business categories. The current procurement opportunity appears to be specifically targeted to Serendipity Center, suggesting a sole-source or direct award approach. The contract value is approximately $550,000 annually, with a total contract term extending until June 30, 2027, representing a four-year commitment. No incumbent vendor information beyond Serendipity Center is provided in the documentation. The procurement is geographically situated within Washington County, Oregon, and specifically serves the Beaverton School District's special education student population. The contract aims to provide continuous, specialized educational and residential care services for students requiring advanced support mechanisms that align with their individualized educational plans.