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PRCR Interpreter Services

CITY OF RALEIGHIssuing agency·North Carolina·via the North Carolina Electronic Vendor Portal

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Due Nov 5, 2026·Posted Oct 9, 2026

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The City of Raleigh is soliciting proposals for PRCR Interpreter Services to provide language interpretation for participants in its recreation programs.
The place of performance is North Carolina (NC).
Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST, and the RFP was posted on October 9, 2026.
The procurement method is a Request for Proposals (RFP).
The City is seeking a multi-year contract with an initial term of two years.
Vendors must provide qualified interpreters (spoken-language, ASL, or other types) with current credentials, an interpreter coordinator, and proof of liability insurance.
All questions must be submitted in writing via email to Deirtra Spellman at deirtra.spellman@raleighnc.gov by October 21, 2026.
Requirement: Provide proof of liability insurance.

Term: initial term of two years
Method: RFP
Documents: 1 file

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274-PR- Interpreter Services-100526

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What this bid is asking for

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Provide trained, qualified interpreters (spoken-language, ASL, or other types) with current credentials and clear background checks.
Provide an interpreter coordinator to schedule interpreters and ensure service quality.
Provide proof of liability insurance.
Submit a proposal with fixed rates applicable for the entirety of the contract term, including a signed original, an electronic version, and three copies.

Posted Scope of Work

Provide interpreter services that help our staff support all participants in our recreation program. We want to make sure that people who need language assistance can join and participate in our programs. We are seeking vendors who can provide trained, qualified interpreters, meet all background check requirements, and support the Department as needed. During an annual calendar year, vendor requirements and services include: - Provide qualified interpreters (spoken-language, ASL, or other types), all with current credentials and in good standing - Provide an interpreter coordinator or similar professional to help schedule interpreters for programs and ensure service quality and procedures. - Provide proof of liability insurance.

Special instructions: Deirtra Spellman Email: deirtra.spellman@raleighnc.gov

Scope, read from the documentsAI-generated

The awarded proposer shall provide qualified interpreters for American Sign Language (ASL), Certified Deaf Interpreting (CDI), and other appropriate interpreting or communication services. Interpreters must maintain a clear background check and current credentials. Services are to be provided in a variety of recreational settings including community centers, athletic programs, camps, aquatic programs, adaptive recreation programs, special events, meetings, educational and training sessions, and other City-sponsored programs. The vendor must also provide an interpreter coordinator to assist with scheduling, assignments, and communication, and must provide timely scheduling and backup interpreters when needed.

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Who is the point of contact for this solicitation?

Deirtra Spellman, at deirtra.spellman@raleighnc.gov.

What is the deadline for submitting proposals?

November 5, 2026, no later than 5:00 PM EST.

What types of interpreters are needed?

Qualified interpreters for spoken-language, American Sign Language (ASL), Certified Deaf Interpreting (CDI), or other appropriate interpreting or communication services.

What is the initial term of the contract?

The City is seeking a multi-year contract with an initial term of two years.

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CITY OF RALEIGHIssuing agency·North Carolina·via the North Carolina Electronic Vendor Portal

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AI takeaways

The City of Raleigh is soliciting proposals for PRCR Interpreter Services to provide language interpretation for participants in its recreation programs.
The place of performance is North Carolina (NC).
Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST, and the RFP was posted on October 9, 2026.
The procurement method is a Request for Proposals (RFP).
The City is seeking a multi-year contract with an initial term of two years.
Vendors must provide qualified interpreters (spoken-language, ASL, or other types) with current credentials, an interpreter coordinator, and proof of liability insurance.
All questions must be submitted in writing via email to Deirtra Spellman at deirtra.spellman@raleighnc.gov by October 21, 2026.
Requirement: Provide proof of liability insurance.

Term: initial term of two years
Method: RFP
Documents: 1 file

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Contact the buyer

Nikolai Merza

vendor@nc.govEmail

Location:

North Carolina

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Solicitation

e394b114-dcc3-f111-aaae-001dd8084fd9

274-PR- Interpreter Services-100526

Method

RFP

Duration

initial term of two years

Documents

Download zip

RFP- #274-PR Interpreter Services.pdfPDF

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What this bid is asking for

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Provide trained, qualified interpreters (spoken-language, ASL, or other types) with current credentials and clear background checks.
Provide an interpreter coordinator to schedule interpreters and ensure service quality.
Provide proof of liability insurance.
Submit a proposal with fixed rates applicable for the entirety of the contract term, including a signed original, an electronic version, and three copies.

Posted Scope of Work

Special instructions: Deirtra Spellman Email: deirtra.spellman@raleighnc.gov

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Questions & answers

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Who is the point of contact for this solicitation?

Deirtra Spellman, at deirtra.spellman@raleighnc.gov.

What is the deadline for submitting proposals?

November 5, 2026, no later than 5:00 PM EST.

What types of interpreters are needed?

Qualified interpreters for spoken-language, American Sign Language (ASL), Certified Deaf Interpreting (CDI), or other appropriate interpreting or communication services.

What is the initial term of the contract?

The City is seeking a multi-year contract with an initial term of two years.

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Deirtra Spellman Email: deirtra.spellman@raleighnc.gov

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Evp Description: Provide interpreter services that help our staff support all participants in our recreation program. We want to make sure that people who need language assistance can join and participate in our programs. We are seeking vendors who can provide trained, qualified interpreters, meet all background check requirements, and support the Department as needed. During an annual calendar year, vendor requirements and services include: - Provide qualified interpreters (spoken-language, ASL, or other types), all with current credentials and in good standing - Provide an interpreter coordinator or similar professional to help schedule interpreters for programs and ensure service quality and procedures. - Provide proof of liability insurance.
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