RFP for Designing Special Education Therapeutic Programming for Elementary Aged Students

The Orange Board of Education seeks a qualified vendor to design, implement, and manage a comprehensive Tier 3 therapeutic program for elementary students with severe emotional and behavioral challenges. The provider must deliver licensed mental‑health clinicians, conduct assessments, provide individual, group, family, and crisis‑intervention services, and supply extensive data reporting and parent support. Additional responsibilities include professional development for district staff, coordination with school leadership, and handling administrative functions such as scheduling and documentation. The contract runs for an initial 12‑month service period (June 2026‑June 2027) with the possibility of renewal up to five years, contingent on funding and performance. • Full‑time licensed counselors serving 10‑12 students each, delivering weekly individual therapy, daily group sessions, family therapy, and crisis management. • Parent‑engagement components: bi‑monthly caregiver therapy, monthly evening education sessions, and newsletters. • District‑wide professional development: in‑service training, proprietary modules, and monthly staff newsletters. • Required deliverables: detailed clinical documentation, quarterly outcome data, coordination with IEP/504 teams, and support for insurance reimbursement where applicable. • Vendor must provide New Jersey business registration, numerous certifications (non‑collusion, political contribution disclosure, Iran/Russia prohibitions, background checks), and maintain $2 M general liability insurance plus other coverage.