Sign Language Interpreter Services - Re-Bid

The City of Little Rock, Arkansas, located in Pulaski County, is seeking qualified vendors to provide Sign Language Interpreter Services through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) released on October 1, 2025, with proposals due on October 29, 2025, at 10:00 am. The procurement aims to secure American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters for in-person and video remote interpreting (VRI) at various city meetings, including Regular Board Meetings (1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 p.m.) and Agenda Board Meetings (2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 4 p.m.). Vendors must possess at least three years of experience providing ASL interpreting services to a government organization and ensure interpreters meet specific certification requirements, including current RID or NAD certification (Level 3 or above), QAST certification (Level 2 or above), and a minimum of two years of interpreting experience. The initial contract term is one year, with potential extensions for two additional one-year periods. Evaluation criteria will focus on performance metrics such as adherence to work schedules, professional conduct, and service effectiveness.

The City encourages participation from minority and women-owned businesses, referencing specific Arkansas legislative acts that define such enterprises. The procurement allows for joint venture partnerships, with vendors required to provide comprehensive documentation about their collaborative structure, including ownership percentages and work responsibilities. No specific incumbent vendors are mentioned in the available documentation. While no explicit budget range is provided, the City reserves the right to reject any bids and requires net pricing in U.S. dollars, with prices remaining valid for 90 days following the bid opening. Vendors must comply with various municipal requirements, including business licensing regulations, which differ based on whether the business has a physical location in Little Rock, is based in another Arkansas city, or is an out-of-state entity. Additional compliance requirements include certifications related to Israel Boycott Restrictions, Illegal Immigrant Restrictions, and Energy, Fossil Fuel, Firearms, and Ammunition Industries Boycott Restrictions, depending on the contract's value.