Fayette County Schools - In-Person Sign Language Interpreting Services - RFP 2026
Fayette County School DistrictSchool · Fayetteville, WV- Due
- Sep 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 11, 2026
- Primary contact
- J. Mark Gladwell
The 30-second brief
Fayette County Schools is seeking proposals from qualified providers to deliver in-person sign language interpreting services for students who are deaf or hard of hearing and require communication access within the educational setting. The selected provider will supply two in-person sign language interpreting positions for classroom instruction, school meetings, assemblies, field trips, and extracurricular activities across district facilities. Interpreters must possess appropriate credentials required by West Virginia regulations, demonstrated proficiency in American Sign Language and English, and experience in K-12 educational settings. Proposals are due by September 25, 2026, and should be submitted via email to J. Mark Gladwell. Evaluation factors include provider qualifications, interpreter credentials, K-12 experience, staffing consistency, substitute coverage, and proposed cost.
Qualifications and experience of the provider, Qualifications and credentials of proposed interpreters, Experience in K-12 educational settings, Ability to consistently staff both positions, Quality and reliability of substitute coverage, Proposed cost and overall value, References and past performance, Ability to meet the needs of students and Fayette County Schools
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Summary
Fayette County Schools is seeking proposals from qualified providers to deliver in-person sign language interpreting services for students who are deaf or hard of hearing and require communication access within the educational setting.
The selected provider will supply two in-person sign language interpreting positions for classroom instruction, school meetings, assemblies, field trips, and extracurricular activities across district facilities. Interpreters must possess appropriate credentials required by West Virginia regulations, demonstrated proficiency in American Sign Language and English, and experience in K-12 educational settings. Proposals are due by September 25, 2026, and should be submitted via email to J. Mark Gladwell. Evaluation factors include provider qualifications, interpreter credentials, K-12 experience, staffing consistency, substitute coverage, and proposed cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications and experience of the provider, Qualifications and credentials of proposed interpreters, Experience in K-12 educational settings, Ability to consistently staff both positions, Quality and reliability of substitute coverage, Proposed cost and overall value, References and past performance, Ability to meet the needs of students and Fayette County Schools
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Company/provider name and contact information, Description of experience providing educational sign language interpreting services, Qualifications and certifications of interpreters who would be assigned to Fayette County Schools, Confirmation of ability to provide two (2) in-person interpreter positions, Availability and anticipated service schedule, Process for providing substitute interpreters when necessary, Description of supervision and quality-assurance procedures, Proposed hourly or daily rate, including any applicable additional fees, References from school districts or other educational organizations, preferably for comparable services, Any additional information the provider believes is relevant to the proposal
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Reported agency
- Fayette County Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Fayette County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 25, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact J. Mark Gladwell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Fayette County School District in WV, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is J. Mark Gladwell. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Qualifications and experience of the provider, Qualifications and credentials of proposed interpreters, Experience in K-12 educational settings, Ability to consistently staff both positions, Quality a..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fayette County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Fayette County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Fayette County School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Company/provider name and contact information, Description of experience providing educational sign language interpreting services, Qualifications and certifications of interpreters who would be assig. Review the full document from Fayette County School District for the complete list.