The Red Clay Consolidated School District is seeking proposals for in-school therapeutic support services, including social workers and clinical mental health staff. Services should be evidence-based and include individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, crisis intervention, and psychoeducation. The contract period is from award through July 31, 2027, with an option to renew. Proposals must be submitted electronically by May 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Vendors must have a minimum of 3 years of experience and maintain appropriate licensure and clearances. Insurance requirements include general liability and professional liability insurance of at least $1,000,000. Bid deposits and performance bonds are waived.
The deadline for submitting proposals is May 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The contract is in effect from the date of approval by the Districts Board of Education through July 31, 2027.
The document mentions that invoices must be completely identifiable, supported by delivery receipts where specified, and contain specific minimum information including unit price, extended price, and total amount. It also mentions any prompt payment discount offered. However, specific payment terms like net 30 are not explicitly stated.
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. 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. These factors include experience, ability to serve diverse needs, ability to provide professional learning, cost, supervision, and administrative support.
Vendors must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in all related fields providing services to students with disabilities in a school setting. Applicable staff must be properly credentialed according to the appropriate DE DOE regulatory standards, in addition to mental health license confirmation. Criminal background checks and child protection registry checks are also required for individuals working with children.
If the contractor does not fulfill its obligations, the Red Clay Consolidated School District may purchase equivalent products on the open market, and any difference in cost will be the responsibility of the contractor. If an individual placed by the contractor does not have applicable permits or clearances, the contractor will be responsible for returning any funds paid towards invoices related to that contractor's work.
The document states that before submitting a proposal, bidders shall fully inform themselves of the nature of the work by personal examination of the site, and by such means as they consider necessary. However, it does not explicitly state if a formal site visit is mandatory or optional for this specific RFP.
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 reason to reject the bid for that item.
The document mentions that questions must be submitted in writing via email. All questions and answers will be posted on www. ***. *. * is the vendors responsibility to view amendments. There is no specific deadline mentioned for challenging the bid or its terms.
