Sign Language Interpreters

Lamar University in Texas is seeking qualified firms to provide Sign Language Interpreter Services through a Competitive Sealed Proposals process. The University is establishing an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2024 for an initial 1-year term with three 1-year renewal options. The University requires both on-site and virtual interpreting services to support approximately 50 Deaf/Hard of Hearing individuals across various academic and campus activities, with an expected annual volume of approximately 3,700 contracting hands-in-the-air hours. Respondents must be certified American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters capable of effective, accurate, and impartial interpretation using specialized vocabulary. Proposals are due on June 4, 2024 by 2:00 PM local time and will be evaluated based on the respondent's qualifications, ability to provide services, past performance, and pricing.

The University has determined that subcontracting opportunities are probable under this contract, so all respondents, including Texas certified Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs), must submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan detailing their good faith efforts to utilize HUBs. While the University has some existing in-house interpreters, the identity of any incumbent vendors and their current rates are not provided. The University has an annual budget of $350,000 to $400,000 for these services, but the procurement documents do not disclose any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond.