Description
The Shelby County Board of Education is seeking a vendor to provide temporary, non‑instructional school‑based staffing across the Memphis‑Shelby County School District. The contract covers Education Assistants (general, early‑childhood, special‑education, and specialized) who will work onsite, up to 35 hours per week per provider, performing duties such as classroom preparation, student supervision, record‑keeping, and support for special‑education programs. The solicitation is a firm‑fixed‑price, non‑exclusive IFB with a one‑year initial term and up to four optional one‑year renewals. Bidders must submit a single hourly rate for each position (Entry $17, Mid $18, Advanced $19) and meet extensive eligibility requirements, including certifications, insurance, E‑Verify, background checks, and local‑preference documentation.
• Positions: Education Assistant (General, Early Childhood, Special Education, Specialized) – non‑exempt, hourly.
• Pricing: Fixed hourly rates ($17‑$19) for Entry, Mid, Advanced levels; same rates for all renewal years.
• Contract length: 1‑year base term, renewable up to a total of 5 years; renewal rates must be submitted with the original bid.
• Vendor requirements: Tennessee Certificate of Existence, multiple affidavits, insurance (CGL $1 M, Auto $1 M, WC $1 M, Umbrella $5 M, etc.), E‑Verify, green‑light background check, local‑preference business license.
• Submission: Hard‑copy bid plus USB PDF to Procurement Services Office by 2 Apr 2024 2:00 PM CST; electronic copy required via APECS/EschooMall.