SOLICITATION NOTICE
Q -- School Occupational Therapist for Bureau of Indian Education school
- Notice Date
- 9/15/2010
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Contracting Office
- BIA-Albuquerque Acquisition Office 1001 Indian School Road NW, Room 347 Albuquerque NM 87104
- ZIP Code
- 87104
- Solicitation Number
- RMK0E100039
- Response Due
- 9/22/2010
- Archive Date
- 9/15/2011
- Point of Contact
- Marita Roth Contracting Officer 5055633015 ;
- E-Mail Address
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Point of Contact above, or if none listed, contact the IDEAS EC HELP DESK for assistance
(EC_helpdesk@NBC.GOV)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- Total Small Business
- Description
- This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation, RMK0E100039 is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition 2001-03. The North American Industry classification (NAICS) code is 621340 and the business size maximum is $5.0 Million. The proposed contract is a small business set-aside. All small businesses shall provide a breakdown of their costs to demonstrate that at least 51% of the cost of contract performance incurred for travel, supplies, training materials, etc. shall be performed and incurred by the prime. All small businesses shall comply with FAR 52.29-14 Limitations on Subcontracting. All responsible small business sources may submit a quote, which will be considered by the Government. Please provide a breakdown of your costs. The breakdown shall include a daily rate (8 hours) and an estimate for your travel costs which shall be reimbursed at the actual travel costs in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulations. The contract shall be awarded as a firm fixed price. The Period of Performance (POP) shall be from October 4, 2010 to July 18, 2011. All work shall be performed in accordance with the Statement of Work. This office is requesting quotes on the following item: Provide all travel, supplies, materials and personnel to provide Occupational Therapy Services for Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) School located on the Navajo Indian Reservation in New Mexico and Arizona in accordance with the Statement of Work (SOW). The school is: T'iis Nazbas Community School, Teec Nos Pos, Arizona. The Quantity is Seventy-six (76), The Unit is Day from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (8 hours/day) for 2 days/week for 38 weeks. Position: Occupational Therapist Licensed in the State of Arizona. Please provide a breakdown of your costs. The breakdown shall include a daily rate and an estimate for your travel costs which shall be reimbursed at the actual travel costs in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulations. The contractor shall be paid the full daily rate for direct services provided to the students at the school location. The SOW is as follows: Background: The Bureau of Indian Education, serves as a branch of the state education agency (SEA) for 66 elementary and secondary schools and dormitories serving 17,000 Navajo Nation students located in the states of Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah. The Statement of Work calls for professional related services to assist the targeted Navajo Nation Schools in implementing the special education and related services as authorized under P.L. 108-446 Individualized with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA). The purpose of IDEIA program is to improve academic achievement of students with disabilities and introduce strict accountability measures to hold schools, districts and states responsible for the academic results of student with disabilities. Approximately 49 schools will be funded Part B Funds through a formula based process to provide special education and related services for eligible children with disabilities. IDENTIFIED STUDENTS: Based upon the need over the last five years at T'iis Nazbas Community School, we anticipate 10 or more students per year requiring services. The total hours required (based upon the students IEP) is 16 hours per week. We believe that the needs of the students can be met with a contract of 2 days per week that would include time for the assessment and reassessment process (maximum of 76 days per school year). The number of days for occupational therapy services may increase or decrease during each year depending on the number of students that require service for each school year. OBJECTIVES: To ensure the provision of Occupational Therapy Services to identified Special Education students or those referred for possible special education services attending BIE schools on the Navajo Reservation. Services will be provided in accordance with P.L. 108-446, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004 as specified in the student IEP.1. Observes, screens, evaluates students and provides documentation of such for students referred for therapy services; 2. Attends and participates in multi-disciplinary team placement and periodic review meetings;3. Develops and/or implements therapy plans, plans procedures and assesses student progress;4. Maintains student folders with notes, reports from physicians, IEP results, etc.;5. Identifies adaptive furniture and equipment needs, submits requisitions and assists in maintaining an accurate inventory; 6. Maintains records for and provides updated student evaluations as needed or required; 7. Coordinates services with school personnel, community agencies and private practitioners and responds to requests for information;8. Works with and provides support to parents; 9. Comply with all federal mandates, State Board of Education regulations, and BIE policies for service to the disabled;10. Assists in conducting barrier free assessments and makes recommendations accordingly; and11. Communicates effectively with parents and others. TASKSContractor will be on-site to provide services to all special needs students as identified according to their IEP and adhere to the following:1. Report to a designated time and place for orientation to the organizational structure for service provision and the procedures delineated for providing the above specified services.2. The provider is to make any additional reports or supply data to the LEA or BIE which may be required to evaluate and report on the provision of related services.3. Make appropriate travel arrangements including payment of costs to be paid upon completion of work. Travel costs shall be reimbursed at the actual costs and in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulations.4. Provide written reports and other documentation of services i.e. evaluation forms, attendance sheets, etc. for specific services as requested by the BIE.5. Develop and provide all materials for professional development and technical assistance provided to the leadership team and staff. QUALIFICATIONS OF EXPERT PROVIDERS: 1. Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy 2. Minimum of three years experience. The experience must have equipped the applicant with a full professional understanding of the theories, prevention and treatment of disabilities by occupational therapy and their proper application by the use of activities which are appropriate to the patient's physical and psychological condition and utilizing appropriate manual and other physical skills. 3. Possess New Mexico/Arizona state licensure in Occupational Therapy according to the location of the school. 4. Knowledge of Navajo language and culture preferred Please include your TAX ID Number, CAGE Number (obtain at www.ccr.gov), and DUNS Number when submitting your quote. The Offeror shall provide the lump sum cost with a breakdown of their cost to provide this service. Also, provide a copy of their credentials, including but not limited the college diploma. The offeror shall have a favorable background screening (applicant and suitability) determination must be made by the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Personnel Security and Suitability Program in accordance with the Background Investigations Clause. Please contact the Security Office at (505) 563-5287 to begin process once award is issued. The Offeror shall respond to the Evaluation Factors delineated at the end of this synopsis. This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference with the same force and effect as if they were given if full text. The provisions at FAR 52212-I Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items, FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations of Certifications apply to this acquisition. Offerors must include a completed copy of the provision FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certification/Commercial Items with their quote. If the offeror does not have a copy of this provision, you may obtain a copy at www.arnet.gov or contact the CO to receive a copy. Provision FAR 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by reference. Clauses Incorporated by Reference, FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items (SPR 1998). FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items, FAR 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (JUL 1995); FAR 52.219-4, Limitations on Subcontracting (DEC 1996); FAR 52.222-3 Convict Labor, FAR 52.233-3 Protest after Award, FAR 222-19 Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies, FAR 52.225-16, Sanctioned European Union Country Services (FEB 2000); FAR 52.23 2-36 Payment by Third Party, FAR 52.239-1 Privacy or Security Safeguards, FAR 52.214-64 Preference for Privately owned U.S. Flag Commercial Vessels, FAR 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities, FAR 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity, FAR 52.222-35 Affirmative Action for Disabled Veterans of the Vietnam Era, FAR 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities, FAR 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era, FAR 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer Central Contractor Registration. FAR 52 Changes Fixed Price (Alt I), FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items, FAR 52.222-41 Service Contract Act of 1965 (as amended), FAR 52.242-IS Stop Work Order, FAR 52,242-17 Government Delay of Work, Department of the Interior Acquisition Regulation (DIAR) 1452.226-70 Indian Preference, DL&R 1452.226-71 Indian Preference Program, DIAR 1452.204-70 Release of Claims; Background Investigations Clause; Travel Costs Clause; FAR 52.217-8, Option to Extend Services (para 1, 15 days); FAR 52.217-9. Option to Extend the Term of the contract (para (a) 15 days, 15 days; para(c)5 years); 52.217-3 Evaluation Exclusive of Options; and, FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation. The Evaluation Factors are in descending order of importance. The Evaluation Factors are: 1) Technical Capability. 1a: Technical Excellence: Describe ability to meet REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS OF EXPERT PROVIDER; lb. Technical Approach: Describe your technical approach to accomplish each of the objectives and/or tasks; 2) Past Performance: Provide recent & relevant contracts for the same or similar items, contract numbers, points of contacts with telephone numbers and other relevant information. Quotes will be submitted in writing and signed by an individual with the authority to bind their respective company; electronic submissions via fax are acceptable (you may fax your quotes to (505) 563-3019). The due date for receipt of quotes is SEPTEMBER 22, 2010; 2:00 p.m. Mountain Time. You may mail your quote to BIA, Albuquerque Acquisitions Office, P.O. Box 26567, Albuquerque, NM 87125, or for express delivery, BIA, Albuquerque Acquisitions Office, 1001 Indian School Rd, Ste 347, Albuquerque, NM 87104.
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- Place of Performance
- Address: Department of Interior, Bureau of Indian Education, Tiis Nazbas Community School, Hwy 160, BIA Road N5114, Teec Nos Pos, AZ
- Zip Code: 865140102
- Zip Code: 865140102
- Record
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