Q--PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELING SERVICE

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment (0003) cancels the solicitation (140A232600118) in its entirety.

• The reason for cancellation is that the school will not require this type of services.

• The entire solicitation is affected by this cancellation.

• All offers previously submitted are no longer valid due to the cancellation of the solicitation.

• The deadline for receipt of offers is no longer applicable.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) to Solicitation No. 140A232600118 makes the following changes:

• The set-aside has been changed from Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) to 100% Total Small Business.

• The offer due date has been extended to May 15, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. MDT.

• Quotes should be emailed to Charmaine.williams-james@bie.edu.

• Set-aside status

• Offer due date

• Submission instructions (email address)

• The deadline for submitting offers has been extended to May 15, 2026.

• Bidders should ensure their offers are submitted via email to the specified address.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies Solicitation No. 140A232600118 as follows:

• Set-Aside Change: The set-aside has been changed from Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) to Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE).
• Clause Removal: The DIAR 1450.280-1 clause has been removed.
• Offer Due Date Extension: The offer due date has been extended to May 5, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. MDT.
• Submission Instructions: Email quotes to Charmaine.williams-james@bie.edu.

• Set-aside designation
• Clauses (DIAR 1450.280-1 removed)
• Offer due date
• Submission method (email address updated)

The proposal deadline has been extended, and the submission method has been clarified. Bidders should ensure their offers are submitted by the new deadline and to the correct email address. The set-aside status has also been updated.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or services, prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12, for in-person Psychological Counseling Services. The Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), Division of Acquisitions, anticipates awarding a single "Time and Material (including Labor Hour)" type purchase order. The services are for the Tohaali Community School, located in Newcomb, NM.

• Provide psychological counseling services to identified or referred Special Education students.

• Services include observation, screening, evaluation, treatment planning, participation in multidisciplinary teams (IEP development), assisting teachers with classroom activities, developing individual educational programs, interpreting evaluations, recommending equipment, documenting progress, coordinating with medical providers, reinforcing daily living activities, and maintaining records.

• Contractor personnel must be licensed psychologists in the State of New Mexico with an active license throughout the contract.

• Contractor must provide all travel, supplies, materials, and personnel.

• Must demonstrate sensitivity to cross-cultural and language differences.

• Background investigations are required for all contractor employees who will be onsite or have access to Personally Identifiable Information (PII).

• Contract Type: Time and Material (including Labor Hour)

• Period of Performance (POP): Base Year: August 1, 2026 - July 31, 2027; Option Year 1: August 1, 2027 - July 31, 2028; Option Year 2: August 1, 2028 - July 31, 2029.

• Estimated hours: Approximately 1,808 hours per year.

• All-inclusive service rate, covering all costs including labor, supplies, materials, taxes, and travel.

• Quotes are requested via RFQ.

• Technical Volume: Address capabilities, similar project experience, understanding of requirements, and key personnel qualifications (resume, Master's degree in Psychology-Counseling, NM license, commitment letter).

• Price Volume: Completed pricing schedule with per unit pricing and total quoted price. Quote must remain effective for 120 calendar days.

• Technical questions due: April 23, 2026, 10:00 am MDT.

• Quote due date: April 28, 2026, 10:00 am MDT. Submit via electronic mail only.

• Evaluation Factors: Capabilities, Key Personnel, and Price.

• NAICS Code: 621330 - Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (except Physicians)

• SB Size Standard: $9.0

• Set Aside: 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE)

• Offers are solicited only from Indian economic enterprises that are also small business concerns.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and DIAR clauses by reference.

• Key personnel substitutions require CO approval with advance notice.

• Contractor is responsible for their own food, lodging, and travel expenses.

• Contractor must comply with safety and health regulations, including immunizations and PPE.

• Information security and PII protection are critical.

• Past performance evaluations will be conducted via CPARS.