Taos Municipal School District Ancillary and Related Services RFP 27-001 2026
Taos Municipal SchoolsSchool · Taos, NM- Due
- Jul 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Nicole Rael
- (575) 758-5205
The 30-second brief
Taos Municipal School District (TMSD) is soliciting proposals for RFP 27-001 to provide ancillary and related services on an as-needed basis for its special and regular education departments. The district serves approximately 524 special education students across grades Pre-K through 12. Requested service categories include Independent Educational Evaluators (IEE), Educational Psychologists, Educational Diagnosticians, Occupational Therapists (OT), Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP), Certified Academic Language Therapists (CALT), Social Workers (LCSW/LMSW), Orientation and Mobility Specialists (COMS), Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI), Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA), Bilingual Evaluators, and Educational Audiologists. The contract period is for three years beginning July 1, 2026, with potential one-year renewals. Proposals are due by July 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM MDT. Evaluation criteria include professional qualifications (20 points), relevant experience (20 points), regulatory knowledge (15 points), service delivery (15 points), reliability (10 points), documentation capacity (10 points), and cost (10 points).
Written evaluation reports, Medicaid documentation, Service logs, IEP attendance, Signed protocols
Professional Qualifications, Relevant Experience, Regulatory Knowledge, Service Delivery, Reliability, Documentation & Compliance, Cost
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Summary
Taos Municipal School District (TMSD) is soliciting proposals for RFP 27-001 to provide ancillary and related services on an as-needed basis for its special and regular education departments.
The district serves approximately 524 special education students across grades Pre-K through 12. Requested service categories include Independent Educational Evaluators (IEE), Educational Psychologists, Educational Diagnosticians, Occupational Therapists (OT), Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP), Certified Academic Language Therapists (CALT), Social Workers (LCSW/LMSW), Orientation and Mobility Specialists (COMS), Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI), Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA), Bilingual Evaluators, and Educational Audiologists. The contract period is for three years beginning July 1, 2026, with potential one-year renewals. Proposals are due by July 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM MDT. Evaluation criteria include professional qualifications (20 points), relevant experience (20 points), regulatory knowledge (15 points), service delivery (15 points), reliability (10 points), documentation capacity (10 points), and cost (10 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Professional Qualifications
- Relevant Experience
- Regulatory Knowledge
- Service Delivery
- Reliability
- Documentation & Compliance
- Cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Written evaluation reports
- Medicaid documentation
- Service logs
- IEP attendance
- Signed protocols
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Resume
- NM licenses
- NPI number
- Medicaid provider number
- Three references
- Professional liability insurance
- Automobile insurance
- Cost Proposal Form
REQUIRED STAFFING
12- Submit to
- 310 Camino dela Placita, Taos, NM 87571
- Scope location
- Taos, NM
- Reported agency
- Taos Municipal School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Taos Municipal Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 16, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 310 Camino dela Placita, Taos, NM 87571. For questions, contact Nicole Rael.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Taos Municipal Schools in NM, 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 Nicole Rael at (575) 758-5205. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Educational Psychologist, Educational Diagnostician, Occupational Therapist, CALT, LCSW, LMSW, COMS, TVI, BCBA, Speech and Language Pathologist, Bilingual Evaluator, Educational Audiologist. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Written evaluation reports, Medicaid documentation, Service logs, IEP attendance, Signed protocols. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Professional Qualifications, Relevant Experience, Regulatory Knowledge, Service Delivery, Reliability, Documentation & Compliance, Cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Taos Municipal Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Taos Municipal Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Taos Municipal Schools regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Resume, NM licenses, NPI number, Medicaid provider number, Three references, Professional liability insurance, Automobile insurance, Cost Proposal Form. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Taos Municipal Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Taos, NM. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.