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Emergency Adoption And Approval Of Proposed Amendments To Comar Financial Guarantee Requirements For Private Career Schools

Maryland HEC|Advisory Council on Workforce, Baltimore, MD·State
Aug 25, 2021
Posted Date
Sep 15, 2021
Submission Deadline
Reported: Maryland Higher Education Commission
Emily A. A. Dow

Summary

This memorandum seeks approval for proposed regulatory amendments to the COMAR Financial Guarantee Requirements for Private Career Schools. The amendments aim to eliminate the distinction between modalities (hybrid/online vs. on-site) in calculating financial guarantees, making the requirements the same for all program types. This change is intended to reduce financial burdens on schools offering online education and improve student access.

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%).

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To respond, review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 15, 2021. For questions, contact Emily A. A. Dow.

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