ASL Interpretation Services

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is seeking quotes from qualified providers for the provision of interpreting services for individuals with hearing impairments during all mandated public meetings. The contractor selected will be responsible for delivering these vital interpreting services, thereby facilitating effective communication for attendees with hearing impairments at all required public meetings. The scope of work includes providing on-site interpretation services for all planned meetings and conferences, with the capability to interpret for both in-person and virtual attendance. The contractor must provide qualified ASL interpreters with at least two years of experience working in settings involving meetings, conferences, or educational environments. * The contractor will provide 24/7 on-call interpreting services for the deaf, including holidays, with a 5-10 minute response time and a 30-45 minute arrival time. * The contractor will provide interpreting services between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. with a two-hour minimum, and between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. with a two-hour minimum. * The contractor will provide interpreting services for press conferences between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. with a two-hour minimum. * The contractor will be paid $55.00 per hour for interpreting services, with compensation payable no later than 30 days from the billing date.