Sports Medicine Services RFP - DCB-27-001

Dakota College at Bottineau is soliciting proposals under solicitation DCB-27-001 for contracted on-campus licensed athletic trainer services to support its athletic department. The selected contractor will be responsible for the prevention, management, rehabilitation, and care of injuries for intercollegiate student-athletes, requiring the assignment of a BOC-certified athletic trainer or licensed physical therapist for at least 15 staffed hours per week from August through May. This includes mandatory coverage for all home NJCAA and ACHA competitions in baseball, basketball, hockey, softball, and volleyball. The contract is a firm fixed price with adjustment, featuring an initial term of 18 months ending June 30, 2028, with the state reserving the right to execute up to eight 12-month renewal options. Proposals must be submitted via NDBuys or physically to Minot, ND, by December 4, 2026, and must be divided into separate technical and cost volumes. The award will be based on the most advantageous proposal, evaluated on a 100-point scale: 40 points for the scope of work strategy, 20 points for experience and qualifications, and 40 points for the cost proposal. Key administrative requirements include compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, adherence to North Dakota state labor laws, and a payment term of 45 calendar days following the receipt of a correct invoice. Jessica Jastrzebski serves as the Procurement Officer for this solicitation.