Physical, Occupational, and Speech-Language Therapy Services for School District
ID: 251-27-99
• State: North Carolina
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Background
The Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) is the largest school district in North Carolina and the 14th largest in the United States, serving approximately 161,000 students across 203 schools. The district aims to provide comprehensive special education services, including physical, occupational, and speech-language therapy. This solicitation seeks to establish contracts for these services to support students with special needs across various educational levels.
Work Details
The contract will involve providing physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT), and speech-language therapy (SLP) services. Specific requirements include:
- Board licensed OT/PT/SLP professionals who can create and implement treatment plans, provide in-person therapy services, and document these services according to Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- SLPs must also be able to provide virtual therapy sessions.
- OT/SLP assistants are required to support licensed therapists by conducting therapy sessions under supervision and documenting progress.
- Conducting comprehensive evaluations that include gathering background information, clinical observations, administering assessments, interpreting results, and attending IEP meetings as part of the evaluation team.
- All therapists must hold valid licenses from their respective state boards and comply with additional certification requirements such as the Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA for SLPs.
Period of Performance
The contract will commence on July 1, 2026, and will continue until June 30, 2027. There is an option for WCPSS to extend the contract for two additional one-year terms at its discretion.
Place of Performance
Services will be provided at various locations within Wake County Public Schools in North Carolina. Some positions may require travel between schools.
Bidder Requirements
Bidders must be licensed to operate in North Carolina and have a minimum of two years of relevant experience. They must also pass a background check and comply with E-Verify regulations. Bidders are encouraged to include references from previous contracts but cannot use WCPSS as a reference. Additionally, vendors must not be listed on any debarred vendor registries.
The Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) is the largest school district in North Carolina and the 14th largest in the United States, serving approximately 161,000 students across 203 schools. The district aims to provide comprehensive special education services, including physical, occupational, and speech-language therapy. This solicitation seeks to establish contracts for these services to support students with special needs across various educational levels.
Work Details
The contract will involve providing physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT), and speech-language therapy (SLP) services. Specific requirements include:
- Board licensed OT/PT/SLP professionals who can create and implement treatment plans, provide in-person therapy services, and document these services according to Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- SLPs must also be able to provide virtual therapy sessions.
- OT/SLP assistants are required to support licensed therapists by conducting therapy sessions under supervision and documenting progress.
- Conducting comprehensive evaluations that include gathering background information, clinical observations, administering assessments, interpreting results, and attending IEP meetings as part of the evaluation team.
- All therapists must hold valid licenses from their respective state boards and comply with additional certification requirements such as the Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA for SLPs.
Period of Performance
The contract will commence on July 1, 2026, and will continue until June 30, 2027. There is an option for WCPSS to extend the contract for two additional one-year terms at its discretion.
Place of Performance
Services will be provided at various locations within Wake County Public Schools in North Carolina. Some positions may require travel between schools.
Bidder Requirements
Bidders must be licensed to operate in North Carolina and have a minimum of two years of relevant experience. They must also pass a background check and comply with E-Verify regulations. Bidders are encouraged to include references from previous contracts but cannot use WCPSS as a reference. Additionally, vendors must not be listed on any debarred vendor registries.
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Opportunity ID
251-27-99
Response Deadline
April 22, 2026
Past Due
Date Posted
April 9, 2026
Source
Source Notes
North Carolina recently changed its procurement system. Old procurements are available at https://www.ips.state.nc.us/IPS/BidNumberSearch.aspx.
Est. Value Range
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$5,000,000 - $15,000,000
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Agency Distribution
High
On 4/9/26 WAKE COUNTY BD OF EDUCATION in North Carolina issued Physical, Occupational, and Speech-Language Therapy Services for School District with ID 251-27-99 due 4/22/26.
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