Higher Education Coordinating Commission - Oregon Community Stewardship Grant Program - HECC #27-002 (2027)
Higher ECC|Credit for Prior Learning Advisory CommitteeState · Portland, OR- Due
- Dec 18, 2026
- 51 days left
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Lisa Kelly-Harriman
- (503) 979-5839
The 30-second brief
The Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) issues this Request for Applications (RFA) for the Oregon Youth Corps (OYC) Community Stewardship Grant Program. The program aims to provide disadvantaged and at-risk youth (aged 13–24) with work experience, educational attainment, and work readiness skills through natural resource enhancement, conservation, and community stewardship projects across Oregon's 36 counties and 9 Federally Recognized Tribal Nations. Estimated total budget is $1,890,000, funding up to 72 grant awards with max award amounts of $52,500 per project for Service-Learning Education (SLE) and On-the-Job Training (OJT). Applications are due by December 18, 2026, at 5 p.m. PT, with a pre-application info session via Zoom on October 30, 2026, and questions due by December 9, 2026. The estimated period of performance begins July 1, 2027, through June 30, 2029.
Application Narratives (20), Skill Development (20), Community Partnerships and Benefit (20), Advancing Pathways (20), Grant Specific Request - Narratives (20)
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Summary
The Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) issues this Request for Applications (RFA) for the Oregon Youth Corps (OYC) Community Stewardship Grant Program.
The program aims to provide disadvantaged and at-risk youth (aged 13–24) with work experience, educational attainment, and work readiness skills through natural resource enhancement, conservation, and community stewardship projects across Oregon's 36 counties and 9 Federally Recognized Tribal Nations. Estimated total budget is $1,890,000, funding up to 72 grant awards with max award amounts of $52,500 per project for Service-Learning Education (SLE) and On-the-Job Training (OJT). Applications are due by December 18, 2026, at 5 p.m. PT, with a pre-application info session via Zoom on October 30, 2026, and questions due by December 9, 2026. The estimated period of performance begins July 1, 2027, through June 30, 2029.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A – SLE / OJT Application, Attachment C – Application Certification Sheet
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 24 months
- 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 December 18, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Lisa Kelly-Harriman.
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.
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 Lisa Kelly-Harriman at (503) 979-5839. 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: "Application Narratives (20), Skill Development (20), Community Partnerships and Benefit (20), Advancing Pathways (20), Grant Specific Request - Narratives (20)" 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 18, 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: Attachment A – SLE / OJT Application, Attachment C – Application Certification Sheet. 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.