CCSD request staffing Services HC-03-10-26A rev 1

Here is a summary of the RFP document: **Introduction** The Columbia County School District (CCSD) is soliciting competitive proposals for staffing contracts, including general education paraprofessionals, special education paraprofessionals, American Sign Language (ASL) paraprofessionals, and school nutrition assistants. **Proposal Details** * Proposal number: HC-03-10-26A * Due date: March 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. * Proposals must be submitted to the CCSD office at 4781 Hereford Farm Road, Evans, GA 30809 * Proposals must include a certification and acceptance form, business references, and detailed explanations of billing processes and personnel qualifications **Contract Details** * The contract is for one year, with the option to extend for up to four successive years * The contract may be terminated by the CCSD at any time due to insufficient funding * The vendor must provide qualified personnel who meet the district's adopted job descriptions, training requirements, physical demands, and performance expectations **Vendor 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 **Staffing Qualifications** * Paraprofessionals must meet Georgia paraprofessional qualification requirements and have the ability to support reading, writing, mathematics, behavior, readiness, and adaptive skills * ASL paraprofessionals must have verified fluency in American Sign Language * School nutrition assistants must have training in food safety and sanitation and the ability to operate kitchen equipment **Training Requirements** * Vendors must ensure completion of all required training prior to placement, including FERPA and student confidentiality, mandated reporting and student safety, and non-violent crisis prevention intervention **Screening and Background Checks** * Vendors must conduct criminal background checks, drug screening, and reference verification * Immediate removal and replacement of personnel upon district request **Staffing Continuity** * Vacancy fill within 24-72 hours * Same day or next day absence coverage * Retention strategies for high-need positions **Reporting and Accountability** * Monthly reports must include positions filled and vacant, turnover data, training compliance, and incident reporting **Risk Allocation** * The vendor shall assume employer-of-record responsibilities and indemnify the district for employment-related claims.