RFP for Designing Special Education Therapeutic Programming for Elementary Aged Students

The Orange Board of Education seeks a qualified provider to design and deliver a comprehensive, school‑based therapeutic program for elementary students with severe emotional and behavioral challenges (Tier 3). The contractor will staff licensed mental‑health counselors, provide evidence‑based individual and group therapy, conduct assessments, manage crisis and safety protocols, and supply extensive parent and district‑wide support services. The contract runs June 2026 through June 2027 with the possibility of renewal up to five years. The District supplies space and basic office equipment; the vendor must furnish qualified staff, insurance, and all required compliance documentation. • Clinical services: full‑time licensed counselors, individual/family therapy, group sessions, crisis intervention, assessments, and summer programming. • Parent/caregiver services: regular communication, family and multi‑family therapy, monthly psycho‑education workshops. • District support: teacher training, data reporting, participation in IEP/504 meetings, newsletters, and administrative coordination. • Deliverables include weekly progress notes, treatment plans, real‑time outcome data, and coordination with insurance for reimbursement. • Evaluation weighted 40 % cost, 30 % technical approach, 15 % detailed plans, 15 % management criteria.