Description
The State of Missouri, through its Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled (MSSD) program, is soliciting bids to provide on‑site occupational therapy services for students with severe disabilities at the Verelle Peniston School. The contractor must supply qualified, Missouri‑licensed occupational therapists who will deliver direct therapy and consultation in accordance with each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) during regular school hours. Services are limited to the school campus; home‑bound or tele‑therapy options are not permitted. The contract runs from August 1 2026 through July 31 2027 and includes requirements for background checks, fingerprinting, insurance, and compliance with federal and state regulations. Bids must be submitted electronically via MissouriBUYS by October 13 2026, 3:00 PM CT.
• Provide qualified, Missouri‑licensed occupational therapists for the Verelle Peniston School.
• Deliver direct and consultative therapy aligned with each student’s IEP, Monday‑Friday, 9:00 am‑3:00 pm.
• No home‑based or tele‑therapy services; all work performed on‑site.
• Contractor responsible for all labor, materials, equipment, insurance, and regulatory compliance.
• Must complete background, fingerprint, and Family Care Safety Registry checks before service start.
• Contract period: 12 months (Aug 2026 – Jul 2027).
• Bid submission via MissouriBUYS; electronic only.
• Minimum therapist experience with severe disabilities (ages 5‑21) preferred.
• Additional services (training, material development) reimbursable up to specified unit limits.