Knox County ACT-Aligned Academic Programming RFP 3778, 2026 - 17 High Schools, 8000 Students
Knox CountyCounty · Knoxville, TN- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 30 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Rachel Cabrera
- (865) 215-5777
The 30-second brief
Knox County Schools seeks proposals from qualified vendors to provide a comprehensive, ACT-aligned academic programming solution across 17 high schools serving approximately 8,000 students annually. The scope includes ACT online software and diagnostic assessments, personalized learning pathways, student boot camps, professional development for educators and school leaders, teacher-facing instructional materials, student practice materials, progress monitoring tools, and reporting analytics platforms. Vendors must comply with student data privacy standards including FERPA, COPPA, and the SDPC National Data Privacy Agreement, as well as Knox County IT evaluation requirements. Proposals are due by December 3, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time, with questions accepted until November 13, 2026. The contract term is an initial one-year period with four additional one-year renewal options, totaling up to five years. Evaluation is based on approach to scope of work (35 points), deliverables (20 points), demonstrated experience and effectiveness (25 points), and proposed costs (20 points).
Access to ACT-aligned online software and assessments, Implementation plan outlining rollout, Training, And ongoing support, Schedule and description of student boot camps, Professional development plan for educators and administrators, Ongoing technical and instructional support, Data and reporting tools to monitor student progress and program impact
Approach to Scope of Work (35 points), Deliverables (20 points), Demonstrated Experience & Effectiveness (25 points), Proposed Costs (20 points)
Bids like this start as pre-RFPs. Get the next ones early.
Get matched pre-RFPs freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
Knox County Schools seeks proposals from qualified vendors to provide a comprehensive, ACT-aligned academic programming solution across 17 high schools serving approximately 8,000 students annually.
The scope includes ACT online software and diagnostic assessments, personalized learning pathways, student boot camps, professional development for educators and school leaders, teacher-facing instructional materials, student practice materials, progress monitoring tools, and reporting analytics platforms. Vendors must comply with student data privacy standards including FERPA, COPPA, and the SDPC National Data Privacy Agreement, as well as Knox County IT evaluation requirements. Proposals are due by December 3, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time, with questions accepted until November 13, 2026. The contract term is an initial one-year period with four additional one-year renewal options, totaling up to five years. Evaluation is based on approach to scope of work (35 points), deliverables (20 points), demonstrated experience and effectiveness (25 points), and proposed costs (20 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Access to ACT-aligned online software and assessments, Implementation plan outlining rollout, Training, And ongoing support, Schedule and description of student boot camps, Professional development plan for educators and administrators, Ongoing technical and instructional support, Data and reporting tools to monitor student progress and program impact
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Proposer Information
- Signed Letter Authorizing Submission
- Approach to Scope of Work
- Deliverables
- Demonstrated Experience and Effectiveness
- References (Attachment A)
- Cost Sheet (Attachment B)
- Insurance Checklist (Attachment C)
- Iran Divestment Act/No Boycott of Israel Affidavit (Attachment D)
- Criminal History Check Affidavit (Attachment E)
- Knox County Business Tax License for Organization
- Submit to
- Proposal Number 3778, Knox County Procurement Division, Suite 100, 1000 North Central Street, Knoxville, Tennessee 37917
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Knoxville, TN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Knox County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 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: Proposal Number 3778, Knox County Procurement Division, Suite 100, 1000 North Central Street, Knoxville, Tennessee 37917. For questions, contact Rachel Cabrera.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Knox County in TN, 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 Rachel Cabrera at (865) 215-5777. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Access to ACT-aligned online software and assessments, Implementation plan outlining rollout, Training, And ongoing support, Schedule and description of student boot camps, Professional development plan for educators and administrators, Ongoing technical and instructional support, Data and reporting. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Show 6 more questions
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Approach to Scope of Work (35 points), Deliverables (20 points), Demonstrated Experience & Effectiveness (25 points), Proposed Costs (20 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Knox County?
All active and historical solicitations from Knox County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Knox County 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Proposer Information, Signed Letter Authorizing Submission, Approach to Scope of Work, Deliverables, Demonstrated Experience and Effectiveness, References (Attachment A), Cost Sheet (Attachment B), In. Review the full document from Knox County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Knoxville, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.