Speech-Language Therapist

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The solicitation is issued by the Indian Education Acquisition Office for the provision of Speech Language Pathology (SLP) therapy services at the Kaibeto Boarding School in Kaibeto, Arizona. This requirement falls under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which mandates a free appropriate public education for eligible children with disabilities. The goal of this contract is to provide necessary therapy services to 12 identified students, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and educational standards. Work Details The contractor will provide licensed speech-language therapy services, including: conducting evaluations and re-evaluations for students requiring special education; arranging comprehensive evaluations within mandated timelines; participating in the development of Evaluation Team Summary Reports (ETSR); presenting evaluation results to parents and staff; maintaining documentation of services as per Bureau of Indian Education standards; providing technical assistance on therapy methods; guiding therapy implementation; developing and implementing therapy interventions; completing service logs monthly; providing progress reports aligned with grading periods; and ensuring backup personnel are available for emergency services. The contractor must also attend IEP meetings and develop IEP goals. Period of Performance The contract will be performed over a base year from August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2027, with options for four additional years based on performance and funding availability. Place of Performance Kaibeto Boarding School, East Hwy 160/98, Kaibeto, Arizona. Bidder Requirements Bidders must qualify as an Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE). They are required to have at least five years of experience as a Speech Language Therapist, three years in a school setting (elementary preferred), a Master's degree in Speech Language Therapy, and a valid Arizona Speech Therapist license. Backup personnel must also meet these qualifications. Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail) The opportunity appears to have a confirmed incumbent based on contract 140A2322P0842 awarded to Marie A Max for speech therapy services (valued at $225,435) performed from 09/15/22 to 06/30/26. The prior work description aligns with the current requirement for licensed speech-language therapy at Kaibeto Boarding School, including evaluations/re-evaluations, participation in ETSR and IEP-related activities, documentation, and ongoing therapy and progress reporting for identified students, suggesting continuity of the same type of school-based SLP services.