Community ISD Foreign Exchange Program Request for Participation 2024-2025
Community Independent School DistrictSchool · Nevada, TX- Due
- Jul 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 1, 2024
- Primary contact
- Director Of Student Services
- (972) 843-6007
The 30-second brief
Community ISD is seeking applications from private, not-for-profit foreign exchange program sponsors recognized by the Council for Standards of International Education Travel (CSIET). The district accepts students on J-1 visas for full-school-year placements. Program sponsors must ensure students meet English language proficiency requirements (third-year level) and maintain continuous contact with host families and the high school. Completed applications for the upcoming school year are accepted from February 1st through July 1st. Required documentation includes a Request for Participation, transcript conversions, English language test scores, and host family compliance forms. The agency is responsible for securing tutoring if English deficiencies are discovered and ensuring students have adequate health insurance.
Request for Participation, Acknowledgment of Guidelines, Transcript Conversion Form, High School Transcript, English language Testing/Scores, Birth Certificate/Passport, Host Family Compliance Documentation Form, Agency School Acceptance Form & DS 2019, Immunization Record
CSIET full listing status, private not-for-profit status, English language support, student maturity, good character, scholastic aptitude
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Summary
Community ISD is seeking applications from private, not-for-profit foreign exchange program sponsors recognized by the Council for Standards of International Education Travel (CSIET).
The district accepts students on J-1 visas for full-school-year placements. Program sponsors must ensure students meet English language proficiency requirements (third-year level) and maintain continuous contact with host families and the high school. Completed applications for the upcoming school year are accepted from February 1st through July 1st. Required documentation includes a Request for Participation, transcript conversions, English language test scores, and host family compliance forms. The agency is responsible for securing tutoring if English deficiencies are discovered and ensuring students have adequate health insurance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- CSIET full listing status
- Private not-for-profit status
- English language support
- Student maturity
- Good character
- Scholastic aptitude
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Request for Participation
- Acknowledgment of Guidelines
- Transcript Conversion Form
- High School Transcript
- English language Testing/Scores
- Birth Certificate/Passport
- Host Family Compliance Documentation Form
- Agency School Acceptance Form & DS 2019
- Immunization Record
- Scope location
- Nevada, TX
- Reported agency
- Community ISD
Questions about this RFEI
How do I respond to this RFEI from Community Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 1, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Director Of Student Services.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFEI?
Most government agencies, including Community Independent School District in TX, 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 RFEI 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 Director Of Student Services at (972) 843-6007. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Request for Participation, Acknowledgment of Guidelines, Transcript Conversion Form, High School Transcript, English language Testing/Scores, Birth Certificate/Passport, Host Family Compliance Documentation Form, Agency School Acceptance Form & DS 2019, Immunization Record. 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: "CSIET full listing status, private not-for-profit status, English language support, student maturity, good character, scholastic aptitude" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Community Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Community Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Community Independent School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFEI?
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. Review the full document from Community Independent School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Nevada, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.