Illinois Community College Board FY2025 Innovative Bridge and Transitions Program Grant NOFO 1670-2031
IL-State-Illinois Community College BoardState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Oct 8, 2024
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 15, 2024
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Angela Gerberding
- (217) 558-2162
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) is soliciting grant applications for the FY2025 Innovative Bridge and Transitions (IBT) Program. The grant aims to support programs that improve student transitions between education systems and into employment, specifically targeting adults not enrolled in high school, out-of-school youth (ages 16-24), and in-school youth. Objectives include Adult Education Bridge and ICAPS programming, seamless transitions for college and career pathways (including dual credit and pre-apprenticeships), wrap-around support services, and transitions for students with disabilities. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, community-based organizations, local education agencies, and non-profits. Approximately $9.3 million is available with awards ranging from $75,000 to $400,000. Applications must be submitted via Amplifund by October 8, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. CST.
Quarterly programmatic performance and fiscal reports, Annual demographic data report, Participation in operational meetings
Project Need (20%), Project Development and Activities (30%), Project Impact (20%), Project Effectiveness Capacity and Sustainability (15%), Completion and Submission of All Required Documents (15%)
SUMMARY
The Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) is soliciting grant applications for the FY2025 Innovative Bridge and Transitions (IBT) Program.
The grant aims to support programs that improve student transitions between education systems and into employment, specifically targeting adults not enrolled in high school, out-of-school youth (ages 16-24), and in-school youth. Objectives include Adult Education Bridge and ICAPS programming, seamless transitions for college and career pathways (including dual credit and pre-apprenticeships), wrap-around support services, and transitions for students with disabilities. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, community-based organizations, local education agencies, and non-profits. Approximately $9.3 million is available with awards ranging from $75,000 to $400,000. Applications must be submitted via Amplifund by October 8, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. CST.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Quarterly programmatic performance and fiscal reports
- Annual demographic data report
- Participation in operational meetings
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Uniform Application
- Cover Page
- Application Narrative
- Uniform Budget
- Performance Measures Chart
- Partner Letters of Support
- Programmatic Risk Assessment
- Submit to
- Amplifund system
- Duration
- 15 months
- Scope location
- Illinois
- Reported agency
- Illinois Community College Board
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFO from IL-State-Illinois Community College Board?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 8, 2024. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Amplifund system. For questions, contact Angela Gerberding.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFO?
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 RFO submission deadline?
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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 Angela Gerberding at (217) 558-2162. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Quarterly programmatic performance and fiscal reports, Annual demographic data report, Participation in operational meetings. 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: "Project Need (20%), Project Development and Activities (30%), Project Impact (20%), Project Effectiveness Capacity and Sustainability (15%), Completion and Submission of All Required Documents (15%)" 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 RFO?
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: Uniform Application, Cover Page, Application Narrative, Uniform Budget, Performance Measures Chart, Partner Letters of Support, Programmatic Risk Assessment. 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.