Request for Various Labor Services HC-06-19-26A rev 0

The Columbia County School District (CCSD) is soliciting competitive proposals for staffing contracts, specifically for: 1. Special Education Teachers 2. General Education Paraprofessionals 3. Special Education Paraprofessionals 4. American Sign Language (ASL) Paraprofessionals 5. School Nutrition Assistants The contract will be for one year, with the option to extend for up to four successive years. The CCSD may award one or more contracts if deemed in the best interest of the district. Proposals are due by June 19, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. to the CCSD office. Vendors must submit a minimum of three references, and failure to provide adequate references may result in disqualification. The CCSD is seeking vendors with the following qualifications: * Minimum five years of experience providing K-12 staffing services * Demonstrated experience serving public school districts * Capacity to staff multiple schools simultaneously * Designated account manager with authority to resolve issues Paraprofessionals must meet Georgia paraprofessional qualification requirements, demonstrate ability to support reading, writing, mathematics, behavior, readiness, and adaptive skills, and have physical capability to meet job demands. ASL Paraprofessionals must have verified fluency in American Sign Language. School Nutrition Assistants must have training in food safety and sanitation, ability to operate kitchen equipment, and compliance with USDA School Nutrition Program requirements. Vendors must ensure completion of all required training prior to placement, including FERPA and student confidentiality, mandated reporting and student safety, Non-Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention, and Applied Behavior Analysis strategies. The vendor shall assume employer-of-record responsibilities and indemnify the district for employment-related claims. Monthly reports shall include positions filled and vacant, turnover data, training compliance, and incident reporting. Key dates: * June 12, 2026: Last day for vendor questions * June 19, 2026: Proposals due at 2:00 p.m. * Within 10 calendar days following contract award: Proof of insurance, signed copy of General Contract for Services, and other requirements must be met before work or services begin.