Bay-Arenac ISD STEM Career Exposure Resource Hub and Toolkit RFP 2026
Bay-Arenac ISDSchool · Bay City, MI- Due
- Jun 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 16, 2026
- Duration
- 3 months
- Primary contact
- Jennifer Socha
The 30-second brief
Bay-Arenac ISD is seeking a contractor to develop a public-facing STEM career resource hub, digital repository, and communications toolkit for the Great Lakes Bay Region. Proposals are due June 30, 2026, with a budget not exceeding $60,000.
Public-facing website, Searchable digital repository, CMS, STEM Career Video Library, Educator Resource Center, Family Resource Center, Regional Industry and Partner Showcase, Communications Toolkit, Launch and communication plan, Website analytics, Documentation, Training, Source files
Relevant Experience & Past Performance (25%), Quality of Proposed Approach (35%), Capacity of Team & Qualifications (20%), Cost-Effectiveness / Value (20%)
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Summary
Bay-Arenac ISD is seeking a contractor to develop a public-facing STEM career resource hub, digital repository, and communications toolkit for the Great Lakes Bay Region. Proposals are due June 30, 2026, with a budget not exceeding $60,000.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- Public-facing website
- Searchable digital repository
- CMS
- STEM Career Video Library
- Educator Resource Center
- Family Resource Center
- Regional Industry and Partner Showcase
- Communications Toolkit
- Launch and communication plan
- Website analytics
- Documentation
- Training
- Source files
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Familial Disclosure Form
- Assurances & Certifications
- Affidavit of Compliance – Iran Economic Sanctions Act
- Submit to
- Bay-Arenac ISD Educational Service Center, Business Office, 4228 Two Mile Road, Bay City, MI 48706
- Scope location
- Bay City, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Bay-Arenac ISD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 30, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Bay-Arenac ISD Educational Service Center, Business Office, 4228 Two Mile Road, Bay City, MI 48706. For questions, contact Jennifer Socha.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Bay-Arenac ISD in MI, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jennifer Socha. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Public-facing website, Searchable digital repository, CMS, STEM Career Video Library, Educator Resource Center, Family Resource Center, Regional Industry and Partner Showcase, Communications Toolkit, Launch and communication plan, Website analytics, Documentation, Training, Source files. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Relevant Experience & Past Performance (25%), Quality of Proposed Approach (35%), Capacity of Team & Qualifications (20%), Cost-Effectiveness / Value (20%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bay-Arenac ISD?
All active and historical solicitations from Bay-Arenac ISD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Bay-Arenac ISD regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Familial Disclosure Form, Assurances & Certifications, Affidavit of Compliance – Iran Economic Sanctions Act. Review the full document from Bay-Arenac ISD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bay City, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.