Illinois Community College Board Adult Education and Literacy PDN NOFO FY 2027-2029
IL-State-Illinois Community College BoardState · Springfield, IL- Due
- May 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Kang Hee Hong
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) is soliciting proposals for the FY 2027-2029 Adult Education and Literacy Professional Development Network (PDN). The selected applicant will implement a comprehensive statewide system comprising three core components: professional development (PD), technical assistance (TA), and the Adult Education Hotline. Key priorities include workforce-aligned English Language Acquisition (ELA), National Reporting System (NRS) quality, Evidence-Based Reading Instruction (EBRI), and the integration of technology and AI. The grant spans all Workforce Innovation Areas across Illinois. Applications are limited to a seven-page narrative and must include a GEPA statement. Proposals are due by May 4, 2026, with written questions accepted through April 20, 2026.
Professional development, Technical assistance, Adult Education Hotline, Data tracking, Performance monitoring, Outreach strategy
Past effectiveness, alignment with WIOA, statewide need, PD design, technical assistance approach, hotline modernization, data & evaluation, scope of work clarity
SUMMARY
The Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) is soliciting proposals for the FY 2027-2029 Adult Education and Literacy Professional Development Network (PDN).
The selected applicant will implement a comprehensive statewide system comprising three core components: professional development (PD), technical assistance (TA), and the Adult Education Hotline. Key priorities include workforce-aligned English Language Acquisition (ELA), National Reporting System (NRS) quality, Evidence-Based Reading Instruction (EBRI), and the integration of technology and AI. The grant spans all Workforce Innovation Areas across Illinois. Applications are limited to a seven-page narrative and must include a GEPA statement. Proposals are due by May 4, 2026, with written questions accepted through April 20, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Past effectiveness
- Alignment with WIOA
- Statewide need
- PD design
- Technical assistance approach
- Hotline modernization
- Data & evaluation
- Scope of work clarity
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Professional development
- Technical assistance
- Adult Education Hotline
- Data tracking
- Performance monitoring
- Outreach strategy
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
GEPA statement
- Scope location
- Illinois
- Reported agency
- Illinois Community College Board
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from IL-State-Illinois Community College Board?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 4, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Kang Hee Hong.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Kang Hee Hong. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Professional development, Technical assistance, Adult Education Hotline, Data tracking, Performance monitoring, Outreach strategy. 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: "Past effectiveness, alignment with WIOA, statewide need, PD design, technical assistance approach, hotline modernization, data & evaluation, scope of work clarity" 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.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Illinois. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.