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CHARTER SCHOOL BUSINESS PLAN REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS

Genesee Community Charter School, Rochester, NY·School
Reported: SUNY Charter Schools Institute
518 445 4250
New York
Submit at: Epicenter (Institute's document management system)

Summary

This document outlines the requirements for a charter school business plan for applicants to the SUNY Charter Schools Institute. It details the sections and attachments required for the business plan, which supports the Institute's evaluation of an organization's capacity for growth.

Required Deliverables

Business plan (narrative and attachments), Five-year financial model, Consolidated budget summary, Central office services budget, Budgets for existing schools, School level and central office budgets, Donor organizations list, Commitment letters, Consolidated financial reports, Audited financial statements, IRS Forms 990, Organizational charts, Management contract, Resume or biographical statement for leadership team, Staffing table, Board capacity list, Disclosures, Board meeting schedule, Bylaws, Certificate of incorporation, Authorization to do business in New York State, Not-for-profit status evidence, Annual reports, Client list, Litigation list.

Required Attachments

Business Plan Respondent Information, Mission, Vision and Growth Plan (Current and Planned Schools, School Demographics, Student Pathways), Prior Academic Performance, Market Analysis, Organizational Capacity (Leadership Capacity, Staffing, Board Capacity, Disclosures, Board Meeting Schedule, Bylaws, Certificate of Incorporation), Network Management (Organizational Charts, Management Contract), Human Capital, Financial Plan and Financial Capacity (Five-year Financial Model, Philanthropic Support, Consolidated Financial Reports, Audited Financial Statements, Forms 990), Organizational Background (Authorization to do Business in New York State, Not-for-profit Status, Annual Reports, Client List, Litigation).

Section 4.2 — Scope of Services and Deliverables

The selected vendor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to perform the services described herein. Work shall commence within fifteen (15) calendar days of the Notice to Proceed and shall be completed within the timeframe specified in the project schedule attached as Exhibit B.

Proposals must include a detailed implementation timeline, staffing plan with key personnel qualifications, and three (3) references from comparable government engagements completed within the past five years. Evaluation will be based on technical approach (40%), experience and qualifications (30%), cost proposal (20%), and small business participation plan (10%).

Source Document Available

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I respond to this RFP from Genesee Community Charter School?

To respond, review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. Proposals should be submitted to: Epicenter (Institute's document management system).

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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?

Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications or licenses, past performance references, and any forms or attachments specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Genesee Community Charter School for the complete list of required submissions.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?

Most government agencies, including Genesee Community Charter School in NY, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Some solicitations include set-aside provisions or evaluation preferences for these firms. Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals or requirements.

What happens after the RFP submission deadline?

After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This process typically includes an initial compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations or interviews with shortlisted vendors. The timeline from submission to award varies but usually takes several weeks to months.

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