Assistive Technology Government Bids & RFPs

The bid notice states that this is a sole source procurement.

The deadline for submitting proposals is May 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

The document mentions that invoices must be completely identifiable, supported by delivery receipts where specified, and contain specific information including unit price, extended price, and any prompt payment discount offered. It also states that a final payment for performance shall not relieve the successful bidder of responsibility for faulty materials or workmanship.

The supplier agrees that the supplies or services furnished under the contract shall be covered by the most favorable commercial warranties the supplier gives to any customer for such supplies or services, and that the rights and remedies provided are in addition to and do not limit any rights afforded to the districts by any other clauses of the contract. A final payment for performance shall not relieve the successful bidder of responsibility for faulty materials or workmanship.

The award shall be made to the responsible vendor whose proposal is most advantageous to the school district, taking into consideration the evaluation factors set forth in the RFP, which include experience providing similar related services, ability to serve a diverse range of student needs, ability to provide professional learning and staff support/technical assistance, cost to run program (hourly rates), supervision of staff, and administrative support.

Vendors must provide evidence of criminal background checks or evidence of current employment in the RCCSD or other State of Delaware public school district, and a State of Delaware license for assistive technology specialist staff with a minimum of 3 years of experience in delivering related services in a school setting. They must also demonstrate continuing education offerings for their professional staff and provide records of training in current practices on a yearly basis.

In the event the contractor does not fulfill its obligations under the terms and conditions of this contract, the Red Clay Consolidated School District may purchase equivalent product on the open market, and any difference in cost between the contract prices and the open market price shall be the responsibility of the contractor.

The districts may also request bidders to submit samples for examination and appraisal. Requested samples shall be submitted at no cost to the districts and may be required either prior to, at the time of the bid opening, or within ten calendar days following the request. Samples not provided as requested will be a reason to reject the bid for that item.