Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Audiological Technical Assistance

This solicitation seeks proposals to provide specialized support services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students with 504 plans enrolled in Passaic public schools within the City of Passaic, New Jersey. The contract involves on-demand technical assistance focused on students who require accommodation due to their disabilities, including maintenance and support of FM assistive listening systems as specified in individual 504 plans. The services must comply with relevant federal and state laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and New Jersey’s Right to Know Law, ensuring accessibility, accommodation, and safety standards are met. The Division of Student Advocacy, part of the New Jersey state government, is the procuring agency, with the place of performance largely situated at various Passaic public school locations and administrative offices. The solicitation, identified as RFP 14-27 and posted on May 27, 2026, requires submission by June 12, 2026, and does not specify contract value, length of performance, or pricing structure. Key administrative and compliance provisions include mandatory equal employment opportunity documentation, affirmative action compliance through forms such as AA-302, and adherence to nondiscrimination and accessibility standards. Labeling and material safety data sheet requirements per New Jersey Right to Know Law apply where applicable, though packaging and bar-coding guidelines are minimal or unspecified. Inspection and acceptance of services will occur at the destination within Passaic. While standard federal FAR clauses are not explicitly adopted, the contract references applicable state and federal equality and safety statutes. The procurement lacks identified special contract requirements, security stipulations, or socioeconomic set-asides, emphasizing regulatory compliance and provision of technical support tailored to the educational needs of Deaf and Hard of Hearing students utilizing FM technology in the school environment.