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RFR 21-10-MCD: Contract Interpreters & Transliterators f/t Deaf and Hard of Hearing

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BD-21-1067-MCD01-MCD01-54851State & Local

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The Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing issued solicitation BD-21-1067-MCD01-MCD01-54851 to establish a list of prequalified ASL interpreters and transliterators. This fee-for-service acquisition focuses on providing communication access and ADA compliance, allowing other agencies to utilize the prequalified list. The procurement features rolling enrollment for multiple positions, with individual contracts that may be limited in duration and renewable. The overall contract term extends through June 30, 2031, with a bid opening date of June 30, 2030. Selected contractors will provide a fixed number of service hours per week and are eligible for guaranteed pay, sick leave, and retirement contributions. The scope of work includes interpreting services and associated travel and mileage costs. The process emphasizes mentorship for new interpreters and is governed by Commonwealth laws and regulations. This open, informal solicitation allows for electronic quotes and is limited to defined public entities.

General Info

Massachusetts seeks qualified ASL interpreters via rolling contract until 2030 for ADA-compliant communication services.

Agency

Massachusetts → MCD01 - Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

NAICS

541930 - Translation and Interpretation Services

Place of Performance

Floor Boston, MA, 02109, USA

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BD-21-1067-MCD01: Contract Interpreters & Transliterators

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BD-21-1067-MCD01-MCD01-54851 Bid Solicitation

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BD-21-1067-MCD01-MCD01-54851 Bid Solicitation: Contract Interpreters

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BD-21-1067-MCD01-MCD01-54851 Bid Solicitation for Contract Interpreters

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AgencyMassachusetts → MCD01 - Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
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OfficeFloor Boston, MA, 02109, USA
Organization / AgencyMassachusetts → MCD01 - Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Office AddressFloor Boston, MA, 02109, USA
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Jane Sokol ShulmanPurchaser
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MCDHH seeks to develop a list of prequalified ASL interpreters & transliterators to accept contracts for fixed number of hours of service per week for defined types of interpreting. Contracts may be of limited duration and can be renewed. See RFR in Attachments for details. Other agencies may use this RFR to obtain qualified sign languge interpreters for the deaf and hard of hearing for ADA compliance and communication access.

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