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Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

MCD10 Sign Language Interpreters for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_995a74c9108f4a9efa00

Federal opportunity from MCD01 - Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing • Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Jun 01, 2028. Industry: NAICS UNSPSC 82-11-20.

Market snapshot

Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).

12-month awarded value
$561,809,589
Sector total $561,809,589 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$104,780
P10–P90
$36,558$1,117,129
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
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100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($561,809,589)
Deal sizing
$104,780 median
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Place of performance
Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing 40 Broad Street, 4th Floor Boston, MA 02109 US Email: Jane.Sokol.Shulman@mass.gov Phone: (617) 740-1600
State: MA
Contracting office
Not listed

Point of Contact

Not available

Agency & Office

Department
Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Agency
MCD01 - Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Subagency
MCD01 - Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Office
Jane Sokol Shulman
Contracting Office Address
Not available

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Description

MCDHH seeks to develop a list of pre-qualified sign language interpreters (ASL/English and Deaf Interpreters) to provide services to and for Deaf, oral deaf, late-deafened, DeafBlind, and hard of hearing individuals for Executive Branch agencies in a variety of settings.

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Updated: Feb 17, 2026
Executive summary

MCDHH is seeking to establish a pre-qualified list of sign language interpreters for services tailored to Deaf and hard of hearing individuals across various Executive Branch agencies. This opportunity is particularly relevant as it addresses essential communication needs not only for the Deaf but also for late-deafened and DeafBlind persons. Bidders must have qualifications in American Sign Language (ASL) and related interpreting standards.

What the buyer is trying to do

Develop a reliable pool of pre-qualified sign language interpreters (ASL/English and Deaf Interpreters) to support communication needs for Deaf and hard of hearing communities in state agency settings.

Work breakdown
  • Identify potential interpreters who meet qualification criteria.
  • Develop a pre-qualification process for the interpreters.
  • Establish communication protocols for agencies to access interpreters.
  • Create training or guidelines for interpreters on specific agency needs.
Response package checklist
  • Proof of interpreter qualifications and certifications (ASL, Deaf Interpreters).
  • Company background and experience in providing interpreting services.
  • References or testimonials from previous clients in similar roles.
  • Proposed communication procedures for agencies.
Suggested keywords
sign language interpretersASLDeaf community servicespre-qualificationaccessibility
Source coverage notes

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  • Scope of services details are somewhat unclear.
  • Specific qualifications or certifications required for interpreters are not provided.
  • There’s no mention of the anticipated volume of requests or the frequency of services needed.
  • No information on the evaluation criteria for pre-qualification is available.
  • Agency deadlines for communication or pre-qualification submissions are not specified.

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