Higher Education Coordinating Commission - 2027-28 AmeriCorps State Competitive Grant - HECC RFA #27-006
Higher ECC|Credit for Prior Learning Advisory CommitteeState · Portland, OR- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 34 days left
- Contract term
- 3 years
The 30-second brief
The State of Oregon, acting through its Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) on behalf of the OregonServes Commission (OSC), is issuing a Request for Applications (RFA) for the 2027-28 AmeriCorps State Competitive Grant (HECC RFA #27-006). Eligible non-federal entities including institutions of higher education, local governments, school districts, nonprofit organizations, and Indian Tribes are invited to apply for AmeriCorps members to serve and meet critical community needs in Oregon. The program focuses on areas such as housing and homelessness, behavioral health care, early literacy success, environmental and agricultural resilience, and sustainability. Applications are due by November 30th, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST, with a Notice of Intent to Apply (NOIA) required by November 9th, 2026. Applicants must submit proposals through the federal eGrants System and provide additional required documents via email to [email protected].
Selection and scoring criteria and methodology outlined in Section E of the AmeriCorps NOFO
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Summary
The State of Oregon, acting through its Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) on behalf of the OregonServes Commission (OSC), is issuing a Request for Applications (RFA) for the 2027-28 AmeriCorps State Competitive Grant (HECC RFA #27-006).
Eligible non-federal entities including institutions of higher education, local governments, school districts, nonprofit organizations, and Indian Tribes are invited to apply for AmeriCorps members to serve and meet critical community needs in Oregon. The program focuses on areas such as housing and homelessness, behavioral health care, early literacy success, environmental and agricultural resilience, and sustainability. Applications are due by November 30th, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST, with a Notice of Intent to Apply (NOIA) required by November 9th, 2026. Applicants must submit proposals through the federal eGrants System and provide additional required documents via email to [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Selection and scoring criteria and methodology outlined in Section E of the AmeriCorps NOFO
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Application Certification Form (Attachment A)
- Labor Organization Certification Form (Attachment B)
- 2024 or 2025 audited financial statements or unaudited financial statements
- Organizational chart
- Evaluation briefs/reports/studies
- AmeriCorps Evaluation Plan Summary
- Federal Debt Delinquency Information
- Submit to
- https://egrants.cns.gov/espan/main/login.jsp
- Scope location
- Salem, Oregon
- Reported agency
- Higher Education Coordinating Commission
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Higher ECC|Credit for Prior Learning Advisory Committee?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://egrants.cns.gov/espan/main/login.jsp.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Higher ECC|Credit for Prior Learning Advisory Committee in OR, 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.
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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: "Selection and scoring criteria and methodology outlined in Section E of the AmeriCorps NOFO" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 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: Application Certification Form (Attachment A), Labor Organization Certification Form (Attachment B), 2024 or 2025 audited financial statements or unaudited financial statements, organizational chart,. Review the full document from Higher ECC|Credit for Prior Learning Advisory Committee for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Salem, Oregon. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.