Massachusetts DESE FY2027 Strengthening Career and Technical Education (Perkins V) Secondary Allocation Grant
Peabody School DistrictSchool · Peabody, MA- Due
- Sep 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Federal Grant Programs
- (781) 338-6230
The 30-second brief
Massachusetts DESE is offering federal grant funds to assist school districts in improving secondary-level Career and Technical Education programs. Applications are due September 23, 2026, through the GEM$ portal.
FY27 Federal Grant Assurances Signature Page, Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment, Grant application
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Summary
Massachusetts DESE is offering federal grant funds to assist school districts in improving secondary-level Career and Technical Education programs. Applications are due September 23, 2026, through the GEM$ portal.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- FY27 Federal Grant Assurances Signature Page
- Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment
- Grant application
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- FY27 Federal Grant Assurances
- Capital expenditures forms (if applicable)
- Procurement policy (if applicable)
- Submit to
- Grants for Education Management System (GEM$)
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Massachusetts
- Reported agency
- Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Peabody School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 23, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Grants for Education Management System (GEM$). For questions, contact Federal Grant Programs.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Peabody School District in MA, 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 Federal Grant Programs at (781) 338-6230. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: FY27 Federal Grant Assurances Signature Page, Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment, Grant application. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. 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: FY27 Federal Grant Assurances, Capital expenditures forms (if applicable), Procurement policy (if applicable). Review the full document from Peabody School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Massachusetts. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.