Speech Pathologist

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Speech Language Pathologist to provide comprehensive services at the Oregon State Hospital (OSH) in Salem, Oregon. The procurement seeks a qualified professional to deliver speech pathology services including diagnostic assessments, treatment recommendations, and consultation with hospital staff. Minimum qualifications for the position include a master's degree in speech pathology, certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, and a minimum of two years of professional experience in the field. The contract will have an initial term of approximately two years, with potential renewal options extending up to a maximum of five years. Proposals must be submitted by September 29, 2021, with the OHA anticipating a notice of award around October 8, 2021. The RFP requires offerors to submit detailed proposals demonstrating their qualifications, experience, and proposed approach to delivering speech pathology services to OSH patients.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types that can respond to the solicitation. The contract appears to be open to qualified individual speech pathologists or professional service firms meeting the specified credentials. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing technological infrastructure requirements. The OHA makes no guarantee of specific referral volumes or work assignment amounts, indicating that the contract will be based on as-needed service provision. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided summary, the contract will compensate the selected provider at pre-agreed rates specified in the final contract documents. The procurement is specific to Marion County and will be administered through the Oregon Health Authority, targeting the specialized medical service needs of the Oregon State Hospital in Salem.