Stone County School District
Notice to Vendors/Contractors
Occupational Therapy/ Physical Therapy
Speech and Language Therapy and Behavior Services
Request for Quotes/Proposals
Purpose
The Stone County School District (SCSD) is soliciting competitive quotes or proposals for services during the 2026-2027 school year to ensure
effective services to support the needs of our students. Proposals shall be submitted via email until April 14, 2026 with attention to:
Stone County School District
Amy Stampley, Director of Special Services/ Chief Academic Officer
astampley@stoneschools.org
Project Scope
The goal of the SCSD is to provide resources to strengthen the quality and effectiveness of teachers and staff. Scheduling will be determined by
administration according to the need at each location.
1) Work collaboratively with the local admin at each school to schedule support services.
2) Work collaboratively with the Director of Special Services, Related Services Coordinator and/or the MET Chair at each school location to
determine and schedule supports and services.
3) Ensure that the quality of services provided meets all federal guidelines for students with an IEP if applicable. Behavior services will serve
students with and without an IEP.
Target Area(s)
Behavior Support Services
Speech/ Language Services
Occupational and Physical Therapy Services
Location(s)
All locations
All locations
All locations
Service days requested
80 days (2 per week and 8 additional PD days)
As needed to cover caseload (equivalent to full-time services)
As needed to cover caseload (equivalent to full-time services)
Qualifications of Vendors
SCSD intends to work only with vendors that satisfy and furnish evidence of the requisite qualifications and experience to successfully complete the
scope of work described herein.
SCSD prefers in-person services when possible as opposed to virtual services. Priority for in-person availability will be awarded accordingly.
Instructions to Vendors
Proposals should contain an overview of:
1) The vendor’s service of delivery model;
2) The vendor’s price per day;
3) Names and resumes of consultants providing services;
4) Evidence of success in improving academic achievement in other school districts.
5) Scientific-based research to support the services provided.
Proposals will be considered in the order they are received. Notification of acceptance will be by letter distributed via email. The district shall
consider the following:
1) The purchase price and long-term cost to achieve sustainability of services;
2) The reputation and quality of the vendor and of the vendor's goods or services;
3) The extent to which the services meet the district's needs;
4) The vendor's past relationship with the district; and
5) Any other relevant factor specifically listed in the request for quotes or proposals.
Additional Information
Please note that these services are federally funded. Any services agreed upon by the vendor and the school district are contingent upon receipt of
federal funding.
Expectation for providers of any and all services to provide regular progress updates to track improvement and to drive adjustments to therapy as
needed.
Assurance of provider’s availability for appointments, therapy sessions, and accessibility to provider whether in-person or via teletherapy options.
Special Terms and Conditions
In the event the consultant is unable to provide the contracted services and a mutually and
an acceptable alternative cannot be arranged, the contract can be terminated with written notification by either party.
The person or entity submitting an offer must give notice to the district, at the time of offer submission, if the person or owner or operator of the
business entity has been convicted of a felony or is listed on the state or federal suspension and debarment list.
Information about the district can be obtained at www.stoneschools.org and https://msrc.mdek12.org/.
Please direct all questions via email to astampley@stoneschools.org or call 601-928-7247. Thank you!
Please sign here to acknowledge acceptance of the conditions of this agreement.
Signature: _________________________________ Title: _______________________________
Vendor: __________________________________ Date: _______________________________
This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.