Q--PSYCHO-EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

The contract seeks professional psycho-diagnostic educational services for special education students at the Tohaii Community School in Newcomb, New Mexico, under a total small business set-aside administered by the Indian Education Acquisition Office within the Department of the Interior. The solicitation, issued under number 140A2326Q0126, requires contractors to provide comprehensive diagnostic assessments, individualized educational planning support, behavioral and instructional recommendations, and technical assistance to school staff and families in compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004, BIE policies, and state regulations. The base period of performance runs from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with two one-year option periods extending through June 30, 2029. All key personnel must be U.S. citizens, pass background investigations conducted by the Bureau of Indian Education, and adhere to Indian Preference hiring practices, prioritizing Native American or Alaska Native individuals enrolled in federally recognized tribes. Contractors are prohibited from substituting key personnel during the first 120 days of performance unless due to death, illness, or termination, and must ensure all personnel complete required government training, including annual IT security protocols. The evaluation process will prioritize the offeror’s demonstrated capabilities and experience with comparable projects, the qualifications and availability of proposed key personnel, and price reasonableness, with award determined by the most advantageous proposal considering both technical merit and cost. Submission requirements include two electronic volumes: a technical narrative not exceeding 10 pages addressing experience and personnel credentials, and a second volume containing the completed SF-1449, signed amendments, DIAR 1452.280-4 attachment, and the IA-IEE Representation Form—all in PDF format without zipped files. Payment is structured as a labor hour purchase order, with invoices due upon completion of the base year and each option year, subject to review and approval by the Contracting Officer’s Representative who monitors performance, key personnel usage, and compliance without authority to alter contract terms. Contractors must safeguard personally identifiable information using secured systems, comply with all federal travel regulations for reimbursement, and demonstrate cultural sensitivity when serving students in a Native American reservation setting. All proposed work must align with strict security, safety, and health protocols, including appropriate personal protective equipment and adherence to BIE site rules.