Kankakee School District 111 Request for Proposals - MTSS Platform 2026
Kankakee SD 111School · Kankakee, IL- Due
- May 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kimberly Starkey
The 30-second brief
Kankakee School District 111 is issuing a Request for Proposals to identify and partner with a qualified Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) provider in Kankakee, Illinois. The selected partner will assist in creating and implementing a cohesive, districtwide MTSS framework, including needs assessment, framework development and alignment, implementation planning, professional learning and coaching, data systems and protocols, and intervention systems development. The district serves over 4,600 students across eleven schools and seeks an integrated management platform compliant with FERPA and COPPA featuring SIS integration, historical data tracking, and SSO options. Proposals are due by May 11, 2026, at 12:00 noon local time, with questions due by May 1, 2026.
Needs Assessment, Create a multi-year MTSS implementation plan with clearly defined phases, Benchmarks, And success metrics, Provide initial professional learning for district leaders, Administrators, And key staff on MTSS foundations, Tier 1 practices, And data-based decision-making, Data Integration (single source of truth, SIS integration with nightly sync, Historical data, SSO options), Stakeholder Engagement Plan and Summary Reports, Provide ongoing professional development and job-embedded coaching to support implementation across all tiers, Support the rollout and refinement of Tier 1 practices across all schools, Facilitate data team development and strengthen data-based decision-making practices at the district and school levels, Provide tools and strategies to enhance family and community engagement within the MTSS framework, Provide a comprehensive onboarding and sustainability plan, Must be FERPA/COPPA compliant
Clarity and completeness of proposal, Relevant experience and qualifications, Commitment to equity, Quality of proposed approach, Stakeholder engagement strategy, Technology use and innovation, Cost-effectiveness, References and client satisfaction
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Summary
Kankakee School District 111 is issuing a Request for Proposals to identify and partner with a qualified Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) provider in Kankakee, Illinois.
The selected partner will assist in creating and implementing a cohesive, districtwide MTSS framework, including needs assessment, framework development and alignment, implementation planning, professional learning and coaching, data systems and protocols, and intervention systems development. The district serves over 4,600 students across eleven schools and seeks an integrated management platform compliant with FERPA and COPPA featuring SIS integration, historical data tracking, and SSO options. Proposals are due by May 11, 2026, at 12:00 noon local time, with questions due by May 1, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Clarity and completeness of proposal
- Relevant experience and qualifications
- Commitment to equity
- Quality of proposed approach
- Stakeholder engagement strategy
- Technology use and innovation
- Cost-effectiveness
- References and client satisfaction
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Needs Assessment, Create a multi-year MTSS implementation plan with clearly defined phases, Benchmarks, And success metrics, Provide initial professional learning for district leaders, Administrators, And key staff on MTSS foundations, Tier 1 practices, And data-based decision-making, Data Integration (single source of truth, SIS integration with nightly sync, Historical data, SSO options), Stakeholder Engagement Plan and Summary Reports, Provide ongoing professional development and job-embedded coaching to support implementation across all tiers, Support the rollout and refinement of Tier 1 practices across all schools, Facilitate data team development and strengthen data-based decision-making practices at the district and school levels, Provide tools and strategies to enhance family and community engagement within the MTSS framework, Provide a comprehensive onboarding and sustainability plan, Must be FERPA/COPPA compliant
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Cover Letter
- Submit to
- Kimberly Starkey, Director of Student Support Services, Kankakee School District 111, 369 North Fifth Avenue, Kankakee, IL 60901 or via email at [email protected]
- Scope location
- Kankakee, IL
- Reported agency
- Kankakee School District 111
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Kankakee SD 111?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 11, 2026. 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: Kimberly Starkey, Director of Student Support Services, Kankakee School District 111, 369 North Fifth Avenue, Kankakee, IL 60901 or via email at [email protected]. For questions, contact Kimberly Starkey.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Kankakee SD 111 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 Kimberly Starkey. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Needs Assessment, Create a multi-year MTSS implementation plan with clearly defined phases, Benchmarks, And success metrics, Provide initial professional learning for district leaders, Administrators, And key staff on MTSS foundations, Tier 1 practices, And data-based decision-making, Data Integrati. 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: "Clarity and completeness of proposal, Relevant experience and qualifications, Commitment to equity, Quality of proposed approach, Stakeholder engagement strategy, Technology use and innovation, Cost-e..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kankakee SD 111?
All active and historical solicitations from Kankakee SD 111 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Kankakee SD 111 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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 Letter. Review the full document from Kankakee SD 111 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kankakee, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.