Illinois Community College Board Adult Education and Literacy RFP FY27
IL-State-Illinois Community College BoardState · Springfield, IL- Due
- May 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Rupa Sameer
- (217) 785-0213
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) solicits applications for federal and state adult education funds to assist adults in becoming literate, obtaining skills for employment and self-sufficiency, supporting parents in their children's education, attaining secondary school diplomas, transitioning to post-secondary education and training, and assisting immigrants with English language skills. The funding will support Adult Education and Literacy (Section 231) and Adult Education in Correctional Institutions (Section 225) programs.
Direct instruction, NRS pre-assessments, Bridge and ICAPS programming, Contextualized career pathways, Data management, Student retention strategies, Career pathway system, Partnerships, APC data review, Continuous improvement plan, Workplace literacy initiatives
APC Alignment and Regional Accountability, Performance Strategy, Retention and Persistence Strategies, APC Aligned Career Pathways, Data Management and Continuous Improvement, Instructional Services and Program Design, Scope of Work Plan
SUMMARY
This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) solicits applications for federal and state adult education funds to assist adults in becoming literate, obtaining skills for employment and self-sufficiency, supporting parents in their children's education, attaining secondary school diplomas, transitioning to post-secondary education and training, and assisting immigrants with English language skills.
The funding will support Adult Education and Literacy (Section 231) and Adult Education in Correctional Institutions (Section 225) programs.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- APC Alignment and Regional Accountability
- Performance Strategy
- Retention and Persistence Strategies
- APC Aligned Career Pathways
- Data Management and Continuous Improvement
- Instructional Services and Program Design
- Scope of Work Plan
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Direct instruction
- NRS pre-assessments
- Bridge and ICAPS programming
- Contextualized career pathways
- Data management
- Student retention strategies
- Career pathway system
- Partnerships
- APC data review
- Continuous improvement plan
- Workplace literacy initiatives
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Demonstrated Effectiveness
- Uniform Grant Application
- Uniform Budget
- Grant Narrative
- Scope of Work
- Programmatic Risk Assessment
- FFATA
- 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 1, 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 Rupa Sameer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including IL-State-Illinois Community College Board 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 Rupa Sameer at (217) 785-0213. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Direct instruction, NRS pre-assessments, Bridge and ICAPS programming, Contextualized career pathways, Data management, Student retention strategies, Career pathway system, Partnerships, APC data review, Continuous improvement plan, Workplace literacy initiatives. 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: "APC Alignment and Regional Accountability, Performance Strategy, Retention and Persistence Strategies, APC Aligned Career Pathways, Data Management and Continuous Improvement, Instructional Services a..." 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Demonstrated Effectiveness, Uniform Grant Application, Uniform Budget, Grant Narrative, Scope of Work, Programmatic Risk Assessment, FFATA. Review the full document from IL-State-Illinois Community College Board for the complete list.
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.