Student Art Services

The Kansas Department of Administration, Office of Procurement and Contracts is seeking competitive proposals for Student Art Services on behalf of the Kansas State School for the Deaf and the Blind. The procurement is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for comprehensive art instruction services targeting students who are blind, low vision, and deafblind. The contract will span from January 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028, with potential renewal options for three additional twelve-month periods. Services are required one day per week during the school year (August through May), with the vendor responsible for delivering weekly art classes, developing an accessible curriculum, and providing art materials. Key deliverables include a comprehensive proposal demonstrating expertise in adaptive art instruction, which must detail organizational overview, qualifications, program philosophy, adaptation strategies, staff credentials, references, and a budget breakdown. The RFP requires bidders to submit proposals by September 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with vendor selection based on demonstrated experience in accessible art education, curriculum quality, staff qualifications, budget feasibility, and reference strength. Evaluation criteria emphasize the vendor's ability to provide specialized, adaptive art education for students with visual and hearing impairments.

Bidders must meet specific qualifications, including a minimum of 3-5 years of experience working with visually and hearing impaired students, appropriate liability insurance, and ensuring all personnel pass required background checks. The procurement includes potential preference opportunities for specific business categories, such as Disabled Veteran Owned Business or Certified Business programs. Vendors must obtain a current Tax Clearance Certificate from the Kansas Department of Revenue and complete various forms related to immigration, sexual harassment, and boycott policies. The school will provide approximately 2,000 square feet of space in the Vogel Building, with the vendor paying a pro-rated utility cost of $13,680 from FY25. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the services and the requirement for specialized expertise suggest a substantial contract value. Bidders must be registered with the state and will submit proposals through the State of Kansas SMART Strategic Sourcing System, with bids to be submitted in US Dollars. The Office of Procurement and Contracts reserves the right to accept or reject any bid and to waive informalities in the bidding process.