Buffalo Public Schools RFP 27-0627E5-010 Instructional Leadership Program 2026
Buffalo School District RE-4School · Merino, CO- Due
- Apr 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Marianne Dixon
The 30-second brief
The Buffalo City School District (BCSD) Office of School Leadership is seeking a partner organization capable of working collaboratively with the district, principals, and school leadership teams to provide instructional leadership coaching, capacity building for high-literacy leadership practices, and collaboration with district offices. The selected partner must support a minimum of 30 principals and their leadership teams through monthly services delivered in person, virtually, or through a hybrid model. Submission deadline is April 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Questions are due by March 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM via the online offering portal. Insurance is required, and proposals are evaluated on a 100-point scale including cost, evidence of impact, program design and implementation, capacity, and references.
Cost (30), Evidence of Impact (20), Program Design and Implementation (20), Capacity (15), References and Past Performance (15)
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Summary
The Buffalo City School District (BCSD) Office of School Leadership is seeking a partner organization capable of working collaboratively with the district, principals, and school leadership teams to provide instructional leadership coaching, capacity building for high-literacy leadership practices, and collaboration with district offices.
The selected partner must support a minimum of 30 principals and their leadership teams through monthly services delivered in person, virtually, or through a hybrid model. Submission deadline is April 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Questions are due by March 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM via the online offering portal. Insurance is required, and proposals are evaluated on a 100-point scale including cost, evidence of impact, program design and implementation, capacity, and references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Offering Questionnaire
- Current W-9
- Current Certificate of Liability Insurance
- Equal Employment Opportunity Employee Information Report
- Non-Collusive Bidding Certification
- Client references
- Cost proposal
- Submit to
- https://buffaloschools.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Buffalo, NY
- Reported agency
- Buffalo Public Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Buffalo School District RE-4?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://buffaloschools.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities. For questions, contact Marianne Dixon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Buffalo School District RE-4 in CO, 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 Marianne Dixon. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Cost (30), Evidence of Impact (20), Program Design and Implementation (20), Capacity (15), References and Past Performance (15)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Buffalo School District RE-4?
All active and historical solicitations from Buffalo School District RE-4 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Buffalo School District RE-4 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 1 year. 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: Offering Questionnaire, Current W-9, Current Certificate of Liability Insurance, Equal Employment Opportunity Employee Information Report, Non-Collusive Bidding Certification, client references, cost. Review the full document from Buffalo School District RE-4 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Buffalo, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.