Oakland Community College has issued Request for Proposal (RFP No. 26-003-KM) for Sign Language Interpretive Services across its five campuses in Oakland County, Michigan. The procurement seeks qualified suppliers to provide professional sign language interpreters for academic classes, counseling appointments, student life events, commencement ceremonies, and other campus and off-campus events. Interpreters must be certified at a minimum Standard Level 1 and available Monday through Saturday during extended hours from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturdays. The college will evaluate proposals based on multiple criteria: proposed solution (40 points), cost proposal (30 points), supplier company information (10 points), demonstrated technical expertise (10 points), references (5 points), and insurance (5 points). Proposals are due on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM EDT, with a pre-bid Q&A teleconference scheduled for Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM EDT. The procurement is structured as a three-year agreement with potential extensions for two additional twelve-month periods. The college may award contracts to multiple suppliers and has an estimated annual fiscal year budget of $197,000 for these services. While the RFP does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, it emphasizes a preference for suppliers with experience in the higher education environment. The procurement requires comprehensive reporting, including daily interpreter assignments and hours by student. Suppliers must provide detailed pricing information, including initial setup fees, software license fees, professional service rates, and travel charges. The rate card includes specific hourly rates for in-person and virtual services during weekdays and weekends, with travel expenses subject to federal per diem rate limitations. Successful vendors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage and comply with the college's policies, including non-discrimination requirements. The contract will require firm hourly rates throughout the contract term and the ability to provide additional fee information and travel cost estimates.
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Attachment A Sign Language Interpretive Services.xlsx | 20KB | Spreadsheet | 7/1/25 | |
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RFP 26-003-KM SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETIVE SERVICES.pdf | 262KB | 7/1/25 |