ESS COUNSELING SERVICES FOR KAYENTA COMMUNITY SCHO
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting proposals for Therapeutic Counseling Services for Kayenta Community School. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity seeks a contractor to provide essential behavioral and mental health services for students. Quotes are due by May 8, 2026, 05:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide one-on-one and small group counseling for approximately 13 Kindergarten through eighth-grade students identified through the IEP process, including those with cognitive impairments, emotional disturbances, learning disabilities, or speech impairments. Services encompass:
- Administration, scoring, and interpretation of assessments.
- Development of individualized treatment plans.
- Direct therapeutic counseling (individual and group, four times monthly).
- Technical assistance and training for school staff.
- Comprehensive documentation of evaluations, objectives, sessions, and progress. Services must comply with P. L. 105-17, 34 CFR Part B, 25 CFR 45:1-80, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and 29 USC 794. Direct student services are required once a week (6-8 sessions/day) for 30 weeks, including Extended School Year (ESY), plus 22 additional hours for evaluation and reporting.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Priced Purchase Order.
- Period of Performance (POP): Base Year: August 22, 2026 – August 21, 2027.
- NAICS Code: 621330 - Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (except Physicians).
- Small Business Size Standard: $9.0M.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted in PDF format, divided into two volumes: Technical and Price. The Technical Volume (max 5 pages) should address company capabilities, experience, and key personnel qualifications. The Price Volume requires a completed pricing schedule. Evaluation will be based on Technical Capability (including past performance) and Price, with award going to the most advantageous quote. Background investigations are required for onsite contractor employees or those with PII access.
Key Dates
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, 05:00 PM ET.
- Published Date: April 30, 2026.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Olivia Wall at olivia.wall@bie.edu.