Indiana Department of Workforce Development Professional Development Conference and Mentor Contract RFP 26-86534
- Due
- Feb 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Mike Huth
The 30-second brief
Request for Proposal for professional development conference and ongoing mentorship services. The contract term is four years with two one-year renewal options. The submission deadline is February 25, 2026.
Adherence to Requirements (Pass/Fail), Management Assessment/Quality (50 pts), Price (30 pts), Buy Indiana (5 pts), Minority Business Subcontractor Commitment (5 pts + 1 bonus), Women Business Subcontractor Commitment (5 pts + 1 bonus), Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business Subcontractor Commitment (5 pts + 1 bonus).
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Summary
Request for Proposal for professional development conference and ongoing mentorship services. The contract term is four years with two one-year renewal options. The submission deadline is February 25, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Adherence to Requirements (Pass/Fail), Management Assessment/Quality (50 pts), Price (30 pts), Buy Indiana (5 pts), Minority Business Subcontractor Commitment (5 pts + 1 bonus), Women Business Subcontractor Commitment (5 pts + 1 bonus), Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business Subcontractor Commitment (5 pts + 1 bonus).
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
16- Attachment A: M/WBE Participation Plan Form
- Attachment A1: IVOSB Participation Plan Form
- Attachment B: Sample Contract
- Attachment C: Indiana Economic Impact Form
- Attachment D: Cost Proposal Template
- Attachment E: Business Proposal Template
- Attachment F: Technical Proposal Template
- Attachment G: Q&A Template
- Attachment H: Reference Check Form
- Attachment I: Pre-proposal Network Opportunities Form
- Attachment J: Attestation Form
- Attachment K: Artificial Intelligence Technical Proposal Questions
- Attachment L: Cloud Questionnaire
- Attachment M: Infrastructure Overview
- Attachment N: Resource Usage Template
- Attachment O: Scope of Work
- Submit to
- Supplier Portal (link provided in document)
- Duration
- 24 months
- Reported agency
- INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Indiana Department of Workforce Development | State of Indiana?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 25, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Supplier Portal (link provided in document). For questions, contact Mike Huth.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Indiana Department of Workforce Development | State of Indiana in IN, 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 Mike Huth. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Adherence to Requirements (Pass/Fail), Management Assessment/Quality (50 pts), Price (30 pts), Buy Indiana (5 pts), Minority Business Subcontractor Commitment (5 pts + 1 bonus), Women Business Subcont..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Indiana Department of Workforce Development | State of Indiana?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 4 years. 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: Attachment A: M/WBE Participation Plan Form, Attachment A1: IVOSB Participation Plan Form, Attachment B: Sample Contract, Attachment C: Indiana Economic Impact Form, Attachment D: Cost Proposal Templa. Review the full document from Indiana Department of Workforce Development | State of Indiana for the complete list.