State seeks vision specialists for early intervention program statewide

The Alaska Department of Health is seeking vision specialists to provide services for infants and toddlers enrolled in the state's Early Intervention and Infant Learning Program. Responses are due June 1.

The department wants to hire teachers of the visually impaired or other qualified professionals to conduct screenings, evaluations, and consultations through telehealth or in-person visits. The contractor would work with up to 15 early intervention programs across Alaska, depending on regional needs.

The Early Intervention and Infant Learning Program serves children from birth to age three who have developmental delays or disabilities. Vision services would help identify and address visual impairments that could affect a child's development.

This request for information is part of a statewide equity project within the Division of Senior and Disabilities Services. The division is gathering information from potential contractors before issuing a formal solicitation.

Interested providers should contact procurement officer an unnamed participant at [email protected]. Additional details are available in the request for information document posted with the notice.

The notice was published April 29 and will remain active through June 2.