Request for Proposals

Special Education Services

2026-2027 School Year

The Holly Springs School District (HSSD) through the Department of Special Education is soliciting competitive written proposals from qualified service providers for the following Special Education Services:

  • Psychological Evaluation Services
  • Physical Therapy Services
  • Occupational Therapy Services
  • Speech/Language Therapy Services
  • Behavioral Therapy Services

Proposals will be evaluated based on technical qualifications, experience and cost/price reasonableness, in accordance with applicable federal and state procurement regulations.

Evaluation Criteria Include:

Technical Criteria

  • Service delivery model aligned to student IEPs and IDEA requirements
  • Staffing qualifications, licensure and supervision
  • Compliance with IDEA, FERPA, HIPPA and documentation standards
  • Implementation procedures, including scheduling, reporting and progress monitoring
  • Quality assurance practices, including internal monitoring and corrective actions

Experience Criteria

  • Years of experience providing comparable IDEA services
  • Experience serving districts of similar size and scope
  • Qualifications and experience of key personnel
  • Past performance and references
  • Experience with state and federal monitoring and audits

Cost Criteria

  • Price reasonableness
  • detailed cost breakdown
  • Allowability of costs under federal regulations
  • Cost effectiveness

Request for Information

Questions concerning the provision of services for any of the areas listed above should be directed to: Karin Autry, Special Education Director at kautry@hssdk12.org

Due Dates for Proposals

A type- written proposal must be received by noon Central Time (CT) on Friday, June 12, 2026, at kautry@hssdk12.org ( preferred method)

Hand Delivered or Mailed Proposals to:

                Karin Autry

                Special Services Department

                Holly Springs School District

                840 Hwy 178 East

                Holly Springs, MS 38635

 

Note: Proposals received after the deadline will not be considered.

The Holly Springs School District offers educational and employment opportunities to all persons without discrimination and without regard to age, sex, race, or religion