The Provision of Speech and Occupational Therapy Services

The contract is for the provision of speech and occupational therapy services to the Head Start program in Orange County, Florida. The services include speech and language evaluations, individual speech therapy, group speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and training for parents and staff. The contract has a term of one year, from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, with the option for renewal. The contract value is estimated to be $55,000. The vendor, Therapy Essentials, Inc., will provide the services according to the rates and fees specified in the contract. Some key points include: • The contract includes a human trafficking affidavit, which requires the vendor to attest that they do not use coercion for labor or services. • The vendor will provide a monthly progress report, which will include the number of hours or services provided and the total cost. • The contract includes a provision for the vendor to provide technical assistance to Head Start staff. • The vendor will be paid based on the rates and fees specified in the contract, which include $150 per session for speech and language evaluations, $100 per session for occupational therapy evaluations, and $60 per session for individual speech therapy.