Kent Intermediate School District - Postsecondary Attainment Asset Mapping Project - RFP - 2025
Kent ISDSchool · Grand Rapids, MI- Due
- Dec 15, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 31, 2025
- Primary contact
- James Hissong
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Summary
Kent Intermediate School District seeks proposals from qualified consultants or firms to conduct a comprehensive Postsecondary Attainment Asset Mapping Project.
The work involves inventorying, analyzing, and mapping existing programs, services, and initiatives supporting postsecondary access, transition, persistence, and credential attainment across K-12, higher education, and workforce development sectors in Kent County, Michigan. The project includes three main components: an asset map of K-12 postsecondary access programs, higher education access and retention services, and credentialing and certificate providers. Proposals are due by December 8, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST, with questions due by November 14, 2025. The project is funded through a grant ending March 31, 2028.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Cover letter, Bid Pricing and Narrative Form (Attachment B), completed and notarized Iran Economic Sanctions Act Compliance Form (Attachment C), completed and notarized Familial Disclosure Form (Attachment D)
- Submit to
- [email protected] / Kent ISD Educational Service Center, 2930 Knapp St. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
- Scope location
- Grand Rapids, MI
- Reported agency
- Kent Intermediate School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Kent ISD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 15, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] / Kent ISD Educational Service Center, 2930 Knapp St. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525. For questions, contact James Hissong.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Kent ISD in MI, 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 James Hissong. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Kent ISD?
All active and historical solicitations from Kent ISD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Kent ISD 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, Bid Pricing and Narrative Form (Attachment B), completed and notarized Iran Economic Sanctions Act Compliance Form (Attachment C), completed and notarized Familial Disclosure Form (Attac. Review the full document from Kent ISD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Grand Rapids, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.