RFR 21-10-MCD: Contract Interpreters & Transliterators f/t Deaf and Hard of Hearing

The Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (MCDHH) is seeking to develop a list of prequalified American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters and transliterators to accept contracts for a fixed number of hours of service per week for defined types of interpreting services. The contracts may be of limited duration and can be renewed. MCDHH is looking for interpreters and transliterators interested in working a set schedule to provide interpreting, transliterating, and mentoring services as needed. Compensation rates for the contract interpreters will be based on, but not necessarily equal to, MCDHH's existing MCD06 rates, and will include benefits such as guaranteed hours, retirement contributions, and paid sick leave. The Request for Response (RFR) is open to a rolling enrollment of qualified applicants throughout the contract term, which runs from the execution date through June 30, 2031, with contracts issued for a single fiscal year. MCDHH will evaluate applicants based on their qualifications and responsiveness to the specific statement of need.

The RFR is functionally not open to small businesses due to restrictions in MCDHH's governing regulations. MCDHH reserves the right to renegotiate and adjust rates, performance terms, and measures during the contract term. While no incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, this contract opportunity may be used by other state agencies to obtain qualified sign language interpreters for the deaf and hard of hearing for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and to ensure communication access. The specific award value or budget range is not provided.