Request for Proposals (RFP) - Speech-Language Pathologist

Department for Exceptional Learning
Request for Proposals (RFP)
Speech-Language Pathologist
Deadline for Submission: October 9, 2026
Notices to Companies/Firms
Copies of RFP can be printed from our website at www.liberty.k12.ga.us
Sealed Proposals must be delivered to the address below before 12:00 PM on October 9, 2026:
Department for Exceptional Learning
200 Bradwell Street
Hinesville, GA 31313
Proposals received after this date/time may not be accepted.
Proposals must be submitted on the standard forms included within the specifications and as
required by the specifications.
Proposals must be typed or clearly printed in ink and signed.
Please do not submit binders, folders or advertising materials.
No company/firm shall modify, withdraw, or cancel its proposals or any part thereof for ninety
(90) days after the time designated for the receipt of proposals in the advertisement or request for
proposals.
Packets must contain completed copies of all forms including the Contractors Affidavit and
Agreement, Reference Contact Information, and Sex Offender Acknowledgement Form.
Vendor Name:
Contact Person's Name:
Email Address:
Phone Number:

RFP Specifications
Speech-Language Pathologist
The Liberty County School System is pursuing a contract with one or more vendors to provide
multiple in person Speech-Language Pathologists to assist in the evaluation, identification and
therapy services to students in the district.
1. Specifications
Detailed specifications, Proposals, and scope of work/service for this RFP are annexed hereto
as "Schedule A" and incorporated by reference as part of these specifications as if fully set
forth herein.
2. Evaluation Criteria
The following, as appropriate to individual circumstances, shall be used as criteria for
evaluating Proposals:
Area of Need Vendor Response
Number of SLPs currently available in area
If none available, what is the timeframe needed
to search for SLPs in area?
Cost per hour/unit for SLP
Any other fees charged
Will SLPs attend/write IEPs
Will SLPs write goals/objectives for IEP meetings
Available for consultations for students not
currently on roster?
Other criteria considered to be summarized by vendor in RFP packet:
Technical Criteria Management Criteria Cost Criteria
Methodology of work to be Project Management Costs of services to be
performed performed
Understanding of scope of History and experience in Assurances of
work performing the work performances
Documentation of past Availability of appropriate Vendor's financial stability
performance personnel for District's and strength
needs, equipment, etc
Innovation in the use of Proposals and experience
technology and techniques of personnel
3. Evaluation, Review and Selection Process
An evaluation team will review all Proposals to determine if they satisfy the RFP
requirements and specifications, determine if a qualification should be rejected and evaluate
the Proposals based upon the evaluation criteria. The highest-ranking respondents will then
be recommended to the board for award of the contract, based on price and other factors.

The Proposals will be evaluated for general compliance with notices, instructions, and
specifications set forth in the RFP. Non-compliance with any such notices, instructions, and
specifications shall be grounds for disqualification of Proposals.
4. RFP Certification
The undersigned hereby certifies that these Proposals are submitted in good faith. The
undersigned is aware that if any of the foregoing statements made by the undersigned are
willfully false, the undersigned is subject to punishment.
Date: __________ ______________________________________________________________
Signature
______________________________________________________________
Print Name and Title
Schedule A
Scope of Services
The Liberty County School System Board of Education desires to appoint a firm(s) to provide Speech-Language
Impaired services to the Board. It is the Board's intent to maintain or improve upon the current levels of credentials,
skills and knowledge, expand the current length of the workday and work year, increase the current level of
accountability for the performance of services, and significantly reduce the near-, mid-, and long-term costs of said
services.
Speech-Language Pathologist:
Qualifications:
Current State of Georgia Speech-Language Pathologist license or GaPSC certification in Speech-Language
Pathology
Master's Degree or higher in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
A minimum of three years' experience as an SLP is preferred
Valid Driver's License
Reports to:
Executive Director/Director/Program Specialist-Department for Exceptional Learning
Program Manager-Department for Exceptional Learning
Lead SLP
Performance Responsibilities:
Identifies children with speech or language impairments.
Diagnosis and appraisal of specific speech or language impairments.
Refers for medical or other professional attention necessary for the habilitation of speech or language
impairments.
Counsels and guides parents, children, and teachers regarding speech and language impairments. Follows
approved therapy guidelines as established by the state, the district, or the school.
Writes an Individualized Educational Plan and/or Eligibility Report for qualifying students according to
procedures/practices from the Department for Exceptional Learning
Evaluates goals and modifies Individualized Educational Plans when necessary.
Develops and executes appropriate therapy strategies which will guide therapy progress to accomplish
long-range goals.

Recognizes the relationship of the speech therapy program with other disciplines and appropriately
reinforces during therapy.
Plans for and participates in professional improvement activities and takes advantage of courses, readings,
in-service training, and conferences in his/her area of specialization and competency.
Identifies potential speech and language problems through screenings of students in kindergarten through
twelfth grade.
Provides diagnostic evaluations for students selected from screening or referrals. Areas of evaluation may
include: receptive language, expressive language, articulation, voice, fluency, auditory perceptual skills
and hearing. Utilize diagnostic evaluation results in preparing an individual educational plan for
remediation of the speech and/or language problems.
Assesses student progress at the end of each session and uses this information for future therapy
planning.
Implements short and long-term goals of the individual educational program by use of appropriate
therapeutic approaches.
Recognizes the importance of regular attendance to the speech and language programs and that
consistent absenteeism will impair the continuity of that program.
Keeps in confidence information that has been obtained in the course of professional service with respect
to students, parents, and other staff members, unless disclosure serves professional purposes or is
required by law.
Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies.
Demonstrates acceptable command of the English language in written and oral communication.
Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities assigned by the DEL.