Speech Therapy Services

The State of Maryland, through the Spring Grove Hospital Center (SGHC), a psychiatric facility under the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), is seeking a qualified, licensed speech therapist to provide speech therapy services to its adolescent and adult patients, the majority of whom have a forensic background. The contract will require an estimated 12 hours per week, totaling approximately 624 hours per year. Bidders must meet minimum qualifications, including certification as a licensed speech therapist in Maryland and clinical competence certification from the American Speech and Hearing Association. The scope of work includes performing initial evaluations, providing written reports and therapy notes, working with the interdisciplinary staff, providing patient and family education, maintaining logs and records, and complying with all relevant regulations and facility policies. Bids are due by July 11, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

This procurement is not designated for any set-aside categories, and there are no listed incumbent vendors or current contractors. The total compensation for the one-year contract, with the potential for renewal, shall not exceed $50,000. The procurement is being conducted through a Small Procurement Contract, which is governed by Maryland law, and the contractor must comply with non-discrimination and anti-bribery requirements.