Illinois Community College Board SFY2026 Rev Up EV Community College Initiative RFO
IL-State-Illinois Community College BoardState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Jun 9, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 6, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Dana Wynn-Stockert
- (618) 583-2403
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) is soliciting proposals for the SFY2026 Rev Up EV Community College Initiative. This non-competitive continuation funding opportunity is available to eligible Illinois community colleges previously awarded Rev Up EV funds in FY24 or FY25. The grant supports education and training programs spanning the EV technology continuum, including development, production, maintenance of electric vehicles, and infrastructure installation. Allowable activities include academic advising, career guidance, supplemental instruction, employer engagement, and curriculum mapping. A total of $4,250,000 is available, with anticipated awards ranging from $100,000 to $350,000 for up to 12 recipients. Applications are due June 9, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. via email. An optional bidder’s conference will be held on May 13, 2025.
Quarterly programmatic and fiscal reports, Performance metrics achievement, Curriculum copies, Toolkits, Modules, Press releases
Compliance with NOFO requirements, allowability of activities, budgetary items review
SUMMARY
The Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) is soliciting proposals for the SFY2026 Rev Up EV Community College Initiative.
This non-competitive continuation funding opportunity is available to eligible Illinois community colleges previously awarded Rev Up EV funds in FY24 or FY25. The grant supports education and training programs spanning the EV technology continuum, including development, production, maintenance of electric vehicles, and infrastructure installation. Allowable activities include academic advising, career guidance, supplemental instruction, employer engagement, and curriculum mapping. A total of $4,250,000 is available, with anticipated awards ranging from $100,000 to $350,000 for up to 12 recipients. Applications are due June 9, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. via email. An optional bidder’s conference will be held on May 13, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Compliance with NOFO requirements
- Allowability of activities
- Budgetary items review
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Quarterly programmatic and fiscal reports
- Performance metrics achievement
- Curriculum copies
- Toolkits
- Modules
- Press releases
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- GATA-Exempt Grant Application
- Project Overview Template
- Program Offerings Chart
- Application Narrative
- Uniform Budget
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 18 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 June 9, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Dana Wynn-Stockert.
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?
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 Dana Wynn-Stockert at (618) 583-2403. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Quarterly programmatic and fiscal reports, Performance metrics achievement, Curriculum copies, Toolkits, Modules, Press releases. 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: "Compliance with NOFO requirements, allowability of activities, budgetary items review" 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: GATA-Exempt Grant Application, Project Overview Template, Program Offerings Chart, Application Narrative, Uniform Budget. 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.