Illinois Community College Board FY2026 Adult Education and Literacy Professional Development Grant
IL-State-Illinois Community College BoardState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Jun 27, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 27, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kathy Olesen-Tracey
- (217) 557-2740
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) is soliciting renewal grant applications for the State Fiscal Year 2026 Adult Education and Literacy Professional Development and Technical Assistance Program. The procurement is divided into two priorities: Priority 1 (up to $300,000) focuses on support for English Language Acquisition instruction, evidence-based reading instruction (STAR Reading), assessment (ELL NRS), and technology integration. Priority 2 (up to $60,000) involves promoting and maintaining the Illinois Adult Education Hotline. Eligible applicants must have received initial funding in FY25. The total estimated program funding is $360,000 for a grant period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. Applications must be submitted via Amplifund no later than 5:00 p.m. CST on June 27, 2025. Requirements include GATA pre-qualification and active SAM registration with a valid UEI.
Professional development training sessions, Technical assistance for ICCB Title II Providers, Adult Education and Literacy Hotline maintenance, Quarterly programmatic and expenditure reports
Evaluation criteria set forth in the grant application, successful completion of finalist requirements
SUMMARY
The Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) is soliciting renewal grant applications for the State Fiscal Year 2026 Adult Education and Literacy Professional Development and Technical Assistance Program.
The procurement is divided into two priorities: Priority 1 (up to $300,000) focuses on support for English Language Acquisition instruction, evidence-based reading instruction (STAR Reading), assessment (ELL NRS), and technology integration. Priority 2 (up to $60,000) involves promoting and maintaining the Illinois Adult Education Hotline. Eligible applicants must have received initial funding in FY25. The total estimated program funding is $360,000 for a grant period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. Applications must be submitted via Amplifund no later than 5:00 p.m. CST on June 27, 2025. Requirements include GATA pre-qualification and active SAM registration with a valid UEI.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Evaluation criteria set forth in the grant application, successful completion of finalist requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Professional development training sessions
- Technical assistance for ICCB Title II Providers
- Adult Education and Literacy Hotline maintenance
- Quarterly programmatic and expenditure reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Uniform Grant Application
- Uniform Grant Budget
- Certificate worksheet
- Submit to
- Amplifund (https://il.amplifund.com/Public/Opportunities/Details/ff547234-64c1-4cd0-a1fe-534611192bbb)
- Scope location
- Illinois
- Reported agency
- Illinois Community College Board
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from IL-State-Illinois Community College Board?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 27, 2025. 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 (https://il.amplifund.com/Public/Opportunities/Details/ff547234-64c1-4cd0-a1fe-534611192bbb). For questions, contact Kathy Olesen-Tracey.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 Bid 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 Kathy Olesen-Tracey at (217) 557-2740. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Professional development training sessions, Technical assistance for ICCB Title II Providers, Adult Education and Literacy Hotline maintenance, Quarterly programmatic and expenditure reports. 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: "Evaluation criteria set forth in the grant application, successful completion of finalist requirements" 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 Bid?
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 Grant Application, Uniform Grant Budget, Certificate worksheet. 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.