Evanston/Skokie School District 65 Superintendent Search Services RFP 2026
Evanston CCSD 65School · Evanston, IL- Due
- Jul 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 16, 2026
- Primary contact
- Nichole Pinkard
The 30-second brief
Evanston/Skokie School District 65 is soliciting proposals from executive search firms to manage the recruitment and selection of a permanent Superintendent. Proposals are due July 31, 2026, for a search process concluding with a July 1, 2027 start date.
Leadership profile, Recruitment advertising, Candidate slate, Screening interviews, Community engagement plan, Shadowing/onboarding plan
Firm profile and experience, proposed process and methodology, approach to equity, quality and depth of candidate pool, comparable-context familiarity, fees and expenses
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Summary
Evanston/Skokie School District 65 is soliciting proposals from executive search firms to manage the recruitment and selection of a permanent Superintendent. Proposals are due July 31, 2026, for a search process concluding with a July 1, 2027 start date.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Firm profile and experience
- Proposed process and methodology
- Approach to equity
- Quality and depth of candidate pool
- Comparable-context familiarity
- Fees and expenses
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Leadership profile
- Recruitment advertising
- Candidate slate
- Screening interviews
- Community engagement plan
- Shadowing/onboarding plan
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Evanston, IL
- Reported agency
- Evanston/Skokie School District 65
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Evanston CCSD 65?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 31, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Nichole Pinkard.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Evanston CCSD 65 in IL, 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 Nichole Pinkard. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Leadership profile, Recruitment advertising, Candidate slate, Screening interviews, Community engagement plan, Shadowing/onboarding plan. 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: "Firm profile and experience, proposed process and methodology, approach to equity, quality and depth of candidate pool, comparable-context familiarity, fees and expenses" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Evanston CCSD 65?
All active and historical solicitations from Evanston CCSD 65 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Evanston CCSD 65 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 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. Review the full document from Evanston CCSD 65 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Evanston, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.