RFP 17-26 Psychiatric Evaluations

The Montclair Board of Education is soliciting a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive psychiatric and neurocognitive evaluation services for K‑12 students throughout the district. The contractor must employ state‑licensed professionals, use validated assessment tools, and deliver detailed reports that support diagnosis, treatment planning, and educational accommodations. The contract runs for a twelve‑month period beginning July 1 2025, and proposals must be submitted in sealed paper format by the June 11 2025 deadline. Evaluation will balance technical merit, management capability, and cost. • Conduct neurocognitive and psychiatric assessments for students meeting clinical criteria (e.g., post‑traumatic brain injury, behavioral/psychiatric concerns). • Provide complete evaluation reports, consent documentation, and any required summaries per Board policies. • Minimum vendor experience: 5 years delivering similar services to New Jersey school districts; all staff must pass NJ criminal‑history background checks and hold appropriate licenses. • Mandatory certifications include non‑collusion affidavit, anti‑bullying compliance, political contribution disclosure (if > $17,500), and various foreign‑activity disclosures. • Insurance requirements: $1 M general liability, $1 M professional liability, $1 M medical malpractice, workers’ compensation, auto liability, plus additional coverages; certificates must name the Board as additional insured.