This contract establishes a one‑year, IDEA‑funded In‑Class Resource Program for non‑public‑school students in Lakewood, NJ. The district will pay per‑diem rates to contracted vendors who supply qualified special‑education teachers, supervisors, and behavioral consultants to deliver classroom‑based support services. The RFP required a bid‑bond, detailed documentation, and strict compliance with federal, state, and local statutes. Three vendors were recommended for award, each to provide at least 30 qualified teachers and associated supervisory staff. The contract runs from September 1 2017 to June 30 2018, with optional renewal periods.
• Provides daily (8‑hour or 12‑hour) special‑education support to a minimum of 30 teachers serving 5+ students per class.
• Requires extensive documentation: resumes, certifications, fingerprint clearances, insurance, bonds, and monthly invoicing with IDEA‑specific worksheets.
• Evaluation weighted technical (35 pts), management (25 pts), and cost (40 pts) criteria; a minimum score of 75 pts was required.