Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Psychological, Autism, Behavioural management and Consultative services

The Laurel School District in Laurel, Mississippi, is seeking a qualified vendor to deliver comprehensive occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychological, autism, behavioral management, and consultative services. The agency requires these services to support its special education programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide direct therapeutic and academic interventions for students. The selected provider must deliver fair evaluations for all candidates and support district staff through professional development and coaching. The scope of work covers multiple specialized disciplines to address student and institutional needs. For occupational and physical therapy, the provider must conduct evaluations, participate in eligibility and Individualized Education Program meetings, and deliver both direct and consultative therapy. Psychological services require psychoeducational assessments, comprehensive written reports, and consultations regarding academic, behavioral, and social-emotional concerns. For autism and behavioral support, the agency requires evidence-based practice consultations, classroom observations, Functional Behavioral Assessments, and the development of Behavior Intervention Plans. The special education consultative component involves assisting with program evaluations, supporting instructional programming, and ensuring compliance with best practices. Eligible bidders must be onshore organizations located within the United States. The agency is currently looking for proposals to determine the budget and financial structure for these services. Bidders must submit their proposals digitally, with the agency accepting submissions via email or through their online portal. The source document does not specify evaluation criteria weightings or key procurement dates for this opportunity.