Request for Proposal/Partnership 26-85296
Indiana State Department of Agriculture | State of IndianaState · Indianapolis, IN- Due
- Jan 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 17, 2025
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Robert Cohen
The 30-second brief
This solicitation is for a professional development platform. The Indiana Department of Administration (IDOA), on behalf of the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE), is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide this service. The solicitation outlines the requirements, proposal preparation instructions, and evaluation criteria.
Adherence to Mandatory Requirements, Management Assessment/Quality, Cost, Buy Indiana, Minority Business Enterprise Subcontractor Commitment, Women Business Enterprise Subcontractor Commitment, Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business Subcontractor Commitment, Qualified State Agency Preference Scoring
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Summary
This solicitation is for a professional development platform.
The Indiana Department of Administration (IDOA), on behalf of the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE), is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide this service. The solicitation outlines the requirements, proposal preparation instructions, and evaluation criteria.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Adherence to Mandatory Requirements
- Management Assessment/Quality
- Cost
- Buy Indiana
- Minority Business Enterprise Subcontractor Commitment
- Women Business Enterprise Subcontractor Commitment
- Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business Subcontractor Commitment
- Qualified State Agency Preference Scoring
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
19- Attachment A
- Attachment A1
- Attachment B
- Attachment C
- Attachment D
- Attachment E
- Attachment F
- Attachment G
- Attachment H
- Attachment I
- Attachment J
- Attachment K
- Attachment L
- Attachment M
- Attachment N
- Attachment O
- Attachments B1
- B2
- B3
- Submit to
- Supplier Portal
- Duration
- 72 months
- Scope location
- Indiana
- Reported agency
- INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Indiana State Department of Agriculture | State of Indiana?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 27, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Supplier Portal. For questions, contact Robert Cohen.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Indiana State Department of Agriculture | 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 Robert Cohen. 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 Mandatory Requirements, Management Assessment/Quality, Cost, Buy Indiana, Minority Business Enterprise Subcontractor Commitment, Women Business Enterprise Subcontractor Commitment, Indian..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Indiana State Department of Agriculture | State of Indiana?
All active and historical solicitations from Indiana State Department of Agriculture | State of Indiana are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Indiana State Department of Agriculture | State of Indiana 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 5 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, Attachment A1, Attachment B, Attachment C, Attachment D, Attachment E, Attachment F, Attachment G, Attachment H, Attachment I, Attachment J, Attachment K, Attachment L, Attachment M, Att. Review the full document from Indiana State Department of Agriculture | State of Indiana for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Indiana. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.