Description
The Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (MCDHH) seeks multiple pre‑qualified vendors to provide on‑demand, specialized training services for its staff and partners. The work includes delivering culturally Deaf‑focused training, program‑specific skill‑building sessions, and American Sign Language (ASL) workshops on a variety of topics such as Deaf culture, legal interview techniques, RMV interpreting, and high‑profile interpreter mentorship. Training may be delivered via Zoom, in‑person, or a hybrid format, and must be accessible under ADA and Commonwealth IT standards. The contract is an indefinite‑delivery/indefinite‑quantity (IDIQ) arrangement lasting up to ten years, with individual task orders issued as needs arise.
• Broad scope: Deaf‑culture education, program‑specific topics, and ASL‑only workshops.
• Delivery flexibility: Remote (Zoom), in‑person, or blended sessions; varying lengths (from half‑day to multi‑day workshops).
• Eligibility: Any vendor registered on COMMBUYS; SBPP‑eligible vendors receive preference.
• Submission: Letter of Interest, trainer résumé(s), and optional supplemental material submitted through the COMMBUYS “Create Quote” function by the applicable deadline (e.g., July 14 2023 for the Screening Evaluator Trainer need).