Translation, Transcription, and Interpretation Services

The El Paso Independent School District (EPISD) is soliciting qualified firms to provide comprehensive language services—including written translation, transcription, spoken‑language interpretation (in‑person, phone, and video), and American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation—for its K‑12 schools and community stakeholders. The contract will run for an initial one‑year term with the possibility of up to four optional one‑year extensions, covering services needed between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. to support special‑education students, parents, staff, and public events. Vendors must demonstrate relevant certifications (e.g., RID or BEI for ASL), a minimum of three years experience in Texas education settings, and compliance with background‑check and insurance requirements. Proposals are due electronically by 2:00 p.m. MT on 10/21/2026, with a non‑mandatory pre‑proposal conference on 10/01/2026. • Services: written translation, transcription, oral interpretation (in‑person, phone, video), and ASL interpretation (in‑person, video, prerecorded). • Service window: 7 a.m.–10 p.m. MT, on‑site and remote as needed. • Required certifications: RID/BEI for ASL, state/federal licenses, criminal background checks. • Contract term: 1 year initial, renewable up to 4 additional years. • Evaluation factors: price (30 %), reputation, quality, meeting district needs, past district relationships, long‑term costs, other factors. • Mandatory attachments: vendor information, required forms, W‑9, CIP 1295, insurance certificate, two‑year financials, quality‑assurance plan.