What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe Chickasaw Nation seeks proposals from qualified speakers to deliver impactful suicide prevention presentations across two schools and one community event. Presentations must foster resilience, provide education, and promote mental health awareness among children, educators, and community members. Only onshore United States organizations are eligible to bid. Interested vendors must submit electronic proposals including a detailed cost breakdown to the Office of Integrated Services or Christopher Rogers by 5:00 p.m. CST on November 20, 2026, and all questions are due no later than November 13, 2026. The buyer will evaluate proposals on a 100-point scale based on organizational experience (20 points), instructor qualifications and certifications (20 points), training approach and methodology (20 points), administrative capacity (20 points), tribal community experience and cultural responsiveness (10 points), and cost (10 points). Payment terms are 2/10 Net 45 or as contractually agreed upon.
Scope of work
- Deliver presentations on suicide prevention, mental health advocacy, and resilience tailored for children and communities
- Incorporate personal experiences, case studies, or practical tools to resonate with the audience
- Provide Q&A sessions following each presentation to encourage dialogue and understanding
- Handle all logistics related to travel and lodging
- Coordinate with the Chickasaw Nation team to tailor presentations to specific audience needs
- Undergo a background check to meet school safety requirements
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Organizational Experience | 20 points |
| Instructor Qualifications and Certifications | 20 points |
| Training Approach and Methodology | 20 points |
| Administrative Capacity | 20 points |
| Experience Serving Tribal Communities and Cultural Responsiveness | 10 points |
| Cost Proposal | 10 points |
Minimum qualifications
- Experience engaging diverse audiences focusing on suicide prevention strategies, mental health advocacy, and fostering hope
- Undergoing a background check to meet school safety requirements
- Not listed on the government-wide Excluded Parties List System in the System for Award Management (SAM)
Documents to include with your response
- Detailed CV or resume
- Summary of relevant experience in mental health advocacy and suicide prevention, particularly with children
- References from similar past engagements
- Presentation Plan outlining topics, objectives, methods, supplementary materials, proposed schedule, and duration
- Cost Breakdown including preparation, delivery, travel, and lodging expenses
- Statement of additional support, resources, or specific requirements/accommodations needed
- Certificate of Insurance naming the Chickasaw Nation as a loss payee, upon request
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via email
- Instructions
- Submitted electronically to Christopher Rogers at [email protected] by 5:00pm CST on the due date. Marketing brochures must be submitted only as attachments.
