Illinois Community College Board Trades School Grant Program RFP 2025
IL-State-Illinois Community College BoardState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Nov 15, 2024
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 4, 2024
- Primary contact
- Janelle Washington
- (217) 785-0068
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) is seeking applications for the Trades School Grant Program, Round 3. This grant aims to increase awareness and access to sustainable wage employment in the trades for youth aged 16-24. Funding is available for activities that promote career exploration, seamless pathways to employment, and work-based learning opportunities in various trade sectors.
Carry out deliverables of the proposed scope of work, Work to meet or exceed all of the identified indicators of performance, Submit required programmatic and fiscal reports on a quarterly basis, Participate in any required Operational Meetings or learning workshops
Basic Project Information and Statement of Need (15 Points), Overall Project Goals/ Indicators of Performance (30 Points), Project Work Plan: (35 points), Desired Project Impact (5 Point), Capacity and Effectiveness, Scalability and Replicability, and Contingency Plan (15 Points)
SUMMARY
The Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) is seeking applications for the Trades School Grant Program, Round 3.
This grant aims to increase awareness and access to sustainable wage employment in the trades for youth aged 16-24. Funding is available for activities that promote career exploration, seamless pathways to employment, and work-based learning opportunities in various trade sectors.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Carry out deliverables of the proposed scope of work, Work to meet or exceed all of the identified indicators of performance, Submit required programmatic and fiscal reports on a quarterly basis, Participate in any required Operational Meetings or learning workshops
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- GATA-Exempt Grant Application
- Application Narrative
- Uniform Budget
- Letters of Commitments from external partners
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Illinois
- 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 November 15, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Janelle Washington.
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 Janelle Washington at (217) 785-0068. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Carry out deliverables of the proposed scope of work, Work to meet or exceed all of the identified indicators of performance, Submit required programmatic and fiscal reports on a quarterly basis, Participate in any required Operational Meetings or learning workshops. 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: "Basic Project Information and Statement of Need (15 Points), Overall Project Goals/ Indicators of Performance (30 Points), Project Work Plan: (35 points), Desired Project Impact (5 Point), Capacity an..." 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: GATA-Exempt Grant Application, Application Narrative, Uniform Budget, Letters of Commitments from external partners. 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.