Part-time Speech Therapist for MDH Potomac Center and SETT

The Maryland Department of Health is seeking a licensed Speech Therapist to provide part-time speech therapy services at the Potomac Center and Secure Evaluation & Therapeutic Treatment (SETT) facilities in Hagerstown, Maryland. The position involves delivering on-site services for approximately 20 hours per week over a contract period of around 35 weeks, from late October 2025 to early July 2026. The facilities serve adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, some with co-occurring mental health conditions, and require evaluations and therapy related to speech, language, cognition, and hearing. The contractor must meet specific licensure and certification requirements, including licensure by the Maryland State Board and certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and must complete mandated training such as MANDT. The contract emphasizes flexibility in scheduling, with approval needed from the Contract Monitor, and mandates compliance with various procurement and conflict of interest policies, including submission of affidavits and disclosures. The total contract value is capped at $50,000, with proposals due by October 22, 2025, and questions regarding the solicitation to be submitted by October 10, 2025. The procurement process involves detailed bid requirements, including certifications of non-discrimination, business compliance, and conflict of interest disclosures, ensuring transparency and adherence to state regulations.