Illinois Community College Board - FY2027 Innovative Bridge and Transitions Grant FAQ - 2027
IL-State-Illinois Community College BoardState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Oct 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 14, 2026
- Duration
- 15 months
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Illinois Community College Board issues this FAQ document for the FY2027 Innovative Bridge and Transitions (IBT) Grant, providing guidance on program objectives, bridge and ICAPS programs, adult education, student subsidies, allowable expenses, and budget preparation via the GATA portal and Euna (AmpliFund) system. The grant provides funding ranging from $75,000 to $375,000 for a 15-month contract term to support career pathways, training, and support services. Applications must be submitted through the Euna portal by October 2, 2026, at 5:00 pm CST. Applicants must meet GATA pre-qualification requirements including a valid UEI number and SAM.gov account.
Price, program experience, approach, partner support
SUMMARY
The Illinois Community College Board issues this FAQ document for the FY2027 Innovative Bridge and Transitions (IBT) Grant, providing guidance on program objectives, bridge and ICAPS programs, adult education, student subsidies, allowable expenses, and budget preparation via the GATA portal and Euna (AmpliFund) system.
The grant provides funding ranging from $75,000 to $375,000 for a 15-month contract term to support career pathways, training, and support services. Applications must be submitted through the Euna portal by October 2, 2026, at 5:00 pm CST. Applicants must meet GATA pre-qualification requirements including a valid UEI number and SAM.gov account.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Price
- Program experience
- Approach
- Partner support
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Partner letter
- GATA budget template
- Performance measures chart
- Submit to
- https://il.amplifund.com/Public/Opportunities/Details/89bf2754-c540-4d22-84f7-ce0711c0360f
- Scope location
- Illinois, IL
- 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 October 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://il.amplifund.com/Public/Opportunities/Details/89bf2754-c540-4d22-84f7-ce0711c0360f.
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.
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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: "Price, program experience, approach, partner support" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from IL-State-Illinois Community College Board?
All active and historical solicitations from IL-State-Illinois Community College Board are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, IL-State-Illinois Community College Board regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 15 months. 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: partner letter, GATA budget template, performance measures chart. 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, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.