Illinois Community College Board Supporting Students Facing Homelessness and Housing Insecurity RFP 2026
IL-State-Illinois Community College BoardState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Oct 30, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 25, 2025
- Primary contact
- Mark Mesle
- (312) 307-7340
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) is seeking proposals for grants to support community colleges in developing and expanding programs to assist students experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity. The grant aims to enhance campus-level supports and increase collaboration with local resources. Awards are fixed amount, up to $25,000 per institution.
Deliverables of the proposed scope of work, Meeting performance indicators, Quarterly reporting, Participation in professional development, And submission of quarterly and final close out reports.
Application, Cover Page, and Abstract: 10 Points; Basic Project Information, Statement of Need, and Fiscal Need: 10 Points; Overall Project Goals and Objectives & Indicators of Performance: 25 Points; Project Work Plan, Partnerships, and Desired Impact: 35 Points; Capacity, Scalability or Replicability, and Contingency Plan: 15 Points; Uniform Budget: 5 Points
SUMMARY
Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) is seeking proposals for grants to support community colleges in developing and expanding programs to assist students experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity.
The grant aims to enhance campus-level supports and increase collaboration with local resources. Awards are fixed amount, up to $25,000 per institution.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Application, Cover Page, and Abstract: 10 Points
- Basic Project Information, Statement of Need, and Fiscal Need: 10 Points
- Overall Project Goals and Objectives & Indicators of Performance: 25 Points
- Project Work Plan, Partnerships, and Desired Impact: 35 Points
- Capacity, Scalability or Replicability, and Contingency Plan: 15 Points
- Uniform Budget: 5 Points
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Deliverables of the proposed scope of work
- Meeting performance indicators
- Quarterly reporting
- Participation in professional development
- Submission of quarterly and final close out reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Cover Page
- Abstract
- Project Narrative
- Uniform Budget
- Letters of Commitment from External Partners (if applicable)
- 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 30, 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. For questions, contact Mark Mesle.
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 Mark Mesle at (312) 307-7340. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Deliverables of the proposed scope of work, Meeting performance indicators, Quarterly reporting, Participation in professional development, And submission of quarterly and final close out 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: "Application, Cover Page, and Abstract: 10 Points; Basic Project Information, Statement of Need, and Fiscal Need: 10 Points; Overall Project Goals and Objectives & Indicators of Performance: 25 Points;..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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: Cover Page, Abstract, Project Narrative, Uniform Budget, Letters of Commitment from External Partners (if applicable). Review the full document from IL-State-Illinois Community College Board for the complete list.