Lincoln County Schools Annual Student Membership Forecast Project Proposal 2026
Lincoln County SchoolsSchool · Lincolnton, NC- Due
- Jun 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
The 30-second brief
Lincoln County Schools (LCS) is seeking a multi-year engagement for an Annual Student Membership Forecast. The project involves a six-phase approach: data discovery, geographic processing, data analysis and quality assurance, projection and forecasting, contextual analysis, and documentation/reporting. Deliverables include annual districtwide and by-school/by-grade student membership forecasts, written reports documenting methodology and assumptions, and public stakeholder presentations to the LCS Board. The forecast will utilize cohort-survival, housing unit methods, and regression-based forecasting to assist in facilities planning, budget development, and staffing decisions. The proposal offers options for a three-year ($71,000 total) or five-year ($91,500 total) engagement.
Annual districtwide and by-school forecast, Annual written report, Public stakeholder presentation, Forecast data in Excel/CSV/GIS format
Forecast accuracy, methodology transparency, year-over-year continuity
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Summary
Lincoln County Schools (LCS) is seeking a multi-year engagement for an Annual Student Membership Forecast.
The project involves a six-phase approach: data discovery, geographic processing, data analysis and quality assurance, projection and forecasting, contextual analysis, and documentation/reporting. Deliverables include annual districtwide and by-school/by-grade student membership forecasts, written reports documenting methodology and assumptions, and public stakeholder presentations to the LCS Board. The forecast will utilize cohort-survival, housing unit methods, and regression-based forecasting to assist in facilities planning, budget development, and staffing decisions. The proposal offers options for a three-year ($71,000 total) or five-year ($91,500 total) engagement.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Forecast accuracy
- Methodology transparency
- Year-over-year continuity
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Annual districtwide and by-school forecast
- Annual written report
- Public stakeholder presentation
- Forecast data in Excel/CSV/GIS format
- Scope location
- Lincoln County, NC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lincoln County Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 30, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lincoln County Schools in NC, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Annual districtwide and by-school forecast, Annual written report, Public stakeholder presentation, Forecast data in Excel/CSV/GIS format. 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: "Forecast accuracy, methodology transparency, year-over-year continuity" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lincoln County Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Lincoln County Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lincoln County Schools 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. Review the full document from Lincoln County Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lincoln County, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.