Shelby County Board of Education LanguageLine Solutions Interpretation and Translation Services RFP 020526SB
Kirby Middle SchoolSchool · Memphis, TN- Due
- Mar 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Angela Whitelaw
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Summary
The Shelby County Board of Education (Memphis-Shelby County Schools) is recommending a one-year contract award to LanguageLine Solutions under RFP# 020526SB. The procurement covers on-demand interpretation and translation services in over 240 languages to support 20,000+ multilingual families, including those who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Services include Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) via the Insight app and telephonic interpretation. The contract is not to exceed $106,000.00, with specific per-minute rates: $0.64 for Spanish, $0.69 for other languages, $1.50 for Spanish VRI, $2.25 for ASL, and $1.85 for other video languages. This initiative ensures compliance with ESSA and IDEA federal requirements for multilingual parent engagement.
- Scope location
- Memphis, TN
- Reported agency
- Shelby County Board of Education
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Kirby Middle School?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 1, 2026. For questions, contact Angela Whitelaw.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Kirby Middle School in TN, 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 Angela Whitelaw. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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. Review the full document from Kirby Middle School for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Memphis, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.