RFx 3180003050

The Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services is soliciting proposals under RFx 3180003050 (Solicitation 3120003411) for professional services to conduct a Comprehensive Statewide Needs Assessment (CSNA). The project involves a mixed-methods assessment for the Offices of Vocational Rehabilitation and Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind to produce defensible findings and recommendations. The scope focuses on individuals with significant disabilities, minorities, underserved populations in rural or high-poverty areas, youth requiring pre-employment transition services, and individuals who are blind or visually impaired. All work must comply with 34 CFR 361.29 and Rehabilitation Services Administration guidance, with electronic deliverables meeting Section 508 accessibility standards. The contract period is set from January 11, 2027, to January 10, 2028, with an option for one successive one-year renewal. Award will be based on a 100-point scale evaluating technical and management expertise rather than price alone. Key deliverables include a written work plan, quarterly update reports, and a final professionally printed CSNA report and executive summary booklet. The selected contractor must demonstrate secure data-management capabilities, sufficient staffing capacity, and provide at least three references for comparable work. Administratively, the contract is governed by Mississippi law and is contingent upon funding appropriation by the Mississippi State Legislature. Payments will be made electronically in U.S. currency via monthly invoicing, and the agency is exempt from state taxes. Proposals must be submitted by November 20, 2026, consisting of one original and one copy in a sealed package, along with an electronic version. Compliance with the Mississippi Employment Protection Act and registration with the Mississippi Secretary of State's Office are required conditions for award.