Escambia Children’s Trust - ECT Capacity Building Academy - RFP 2026-03 - 2026
Escambia Children'S TrustSpecial District · Pensacola, FL- Due
- Dec 30, 2026
- 58 days left
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Lindsey Cannon
- (850) 436-4637
The 30-second brief
Escambia Children’s Trust invites proposals from qualified organizations, consultants, educational institutions, or collaborative teams to design and deliver the ECT Capacity Building Academy for emerging and small nonprofit organizations serving children, youth, and families in Escambia County. The Academy focuses on five core training areas: Nonprofit Fundamentals & Organizational Readiness, Board Governance & Leadership, Financial Management, Program Development, and Fund Development & Sustainability. The selected contractor will combine group learning, practical tools, monthly workshops, and at least six hours of individualized coaching and mentoring over a 12-month program with a 3-month post-program follow-up. Proposals are due by December 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST through the designated online procurement system, SAMIS. The initial contract term is fifteen months with up to two annual renewal options.
Organization qualifications and relevant experience (20), Approach, quality and practicality of proposed Academy (30), Mentoring/coaching approach (10), Expected results and work plan (25), Cost and overall value (15)
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Summary
Escambia Children’s Trust invites proposals from qualified organizations, consultants, educational institutions, or collaborative teams to design and deliver the ECT Capacity Building Academy for emerging and small nonprofit organizations serving children, youth, and families in Escambia County.
The Academy focuses on five core training areas: Nonprofit Fundamentals & Organizational Readiness, Board Governance & Leadership, Financial Management, Program Development, and Fund Development & Sustainability. The selected contractor will combine group learning, practical tools, monthly workshops, and at least six hours of individualized coaching and mentoring over a 12-month program with a 3-month post-program follow-up. Proposals are due by December 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST through the designated online procurement system, SAMIS. The initial contract term is fifteen months with up to two annual renewal options.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Legal status verification
- Board Roster
- Current 990s
- Board Reviewed Financial Statements
- Profit and Loss Statement
- Current Audit
- Conflict of Interest Policy
- Job Descriptions
- Hiring and screening procedures
- Background screening and Drug Free Workplace policies
- Staff Structure and supervision
- Submit to
- https://escambiachildrenstrust.org/rfp-2026-03
- Duration
- 15 months
- Scope location
- Pensacola, FL
- Reported agency
- Escambia Children’s Trust
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Escambia Children'S Trust?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://escambiachildrenstrust.org/rfp-2026-03. For questions, contact Lindsey Cannon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Escambia Children'S Trust in FL, 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 Lindsey Cannon at (850) 436-4637. 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: "Organization qualifications and relevant experience (20), Approach, quality and practicality of proposed Academy (30), Mentoring/coaching approach (10), Expected results and work plan (25), Cost and o..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Escambia Children'S Trust?
All active and historical solicitations from Escambia Children'S Trust are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Escambia Children'S Trust 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 30, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Legal status verification, Board Roster, Current 990s, Board Reviewed Financial Statements, Profit and Loss Statement, Current Audit, Conflict of Interest Policy, Job Descriptions, Hiring and screenin. Review the full document from Escambia Children'S Trust for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Pensacola, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.