Indigenous Language Interpretation Services

The vendor is required to provide indigenous language interpreters, interpretation, as applicable based on the language in which the interpretation services will be provided, all labor, materials, equipment, supplies, travel, and incidentals necessary to provide in person and remote interpretation services for agency offices in all regions, on an as-needed basis.
- Provide virtual and in person interpreting services in various indigenous languages for board meetings, court hearings, depositions, administrative hearings, medical appointments, mediations, settlement conferences, advisory committee meetings, and conferences, other discovery or investigations or other related events held at various locations.
- Interpreter requirements
•    Interpreters are bilingual individuals that speak at least two (2) languages fluently and are able to accurately interpret in both languages. 
•    Interpreters are trained, but not tested for their language skills by any certified entities, and they are usually used for non-legal settings and matters, like client meetings and conversational sessions.
- Interpretation services
•    Interpretation services shall be provided onsite, in person or virtually at various locations throughout state.
•    Provide interpretation services on an as-needed bases as specified by dir.
•    Interpreter(s) must arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of each in person meeting.
•    Interpreters must be able to express ideas in the other language instantly, accurately, and completely in appropriate style; and with the intent of the original speaker.
•    Interpreters should be in an appropriate setting for providing services such as noise-free environment that will not disrupt a hearing, professional background image and interruption free environment.
- Budget: $50,000.00

- Contract Period/Term: 3 years
- Questions/Inquires Deadline: October 10, 2025