Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families - Implement the Parent Leadership Training Institute - 2026
Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families | State of MinnesotaState · Saint Paul, MN- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 18 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 2.5 years
- Primary contact
- Ellie Decker
The 30-second brief
The Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families seeks proposals to implement the Parent Leadership Training Institute (PLTI) curriculum in the Northland Minnesota Compass Region, encompassing Aitkin, Carlton, Cook, Itasca, Koochiching, Lake, and St. Louis counties. Funded through the Children's Trust Fund, the selected grantee will recruit and hire a site coordinator and three facilitators, build parent leadership infrastructure, create a local Civic Design Team, support participant logistics including child care and food, and participate in evaluation activities with National Parent Leadership Institute and New York University. The contract term is 2.5 years from January 1, 2027, through June 30, 2029, with potential extensions up to 5 years. Maximum grant funding is $225,000, with awards ranging from $150,000 to $225,000. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Central Time, following a question deadline of November 16, 2026.
Hire one site coordinator and three facilitators; Complete one-week PLTI training in summer 2027; Recruit a Civic Design Team; Implement PLTI curriculum to three cohorts of parent leaders; Implement all PLTI evaluation components; Support sustainability of PLTI in Northland Region; Support PLTI alumni network
Executive Summary (5), Description of Responder Organization (20), Description of Target Population (20), Project Goals and Objectives (10), Project Activities and Work Plan (10), Evaluation Plan (5), Budget Proposal (25), Professional Responsibility and Data Privacy (5)
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Summary
The Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families seeks proposals to implement the Parent Leadership Training Institute (PLTI) curriculum in the Northland Minnesota Compass Region, encompassing Aitkin, Carlton, Cook, Itasca, Koochiching, Lake, and St.
Louis counties. Funded through the Children's Trust Fund, the selected grantee will recruit and hire a site coordinator and three facilitators, build parent leadership infrastructure, create a local Civic Design Team, support participant logistics including child care and food, and participate in evaluation activities with National Parent Leadership Institute and New York University. The contract term is 2.5 years from January 1, 2027, through June 30, 2029, with potential extensions up to 5 years. Maximum grant funding is $225,000, with awards ranging from $150,000 to $225,000. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Central Time, following a question deadline of November 16, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Hire one site coordinator and three facilitators
- Complete one-week PLTI training in summer 2027
- Recruit a Civic Design Team
- Implement PLTI curriculum to three cohorts of parent leaders
- Implement all PLTI evaluation components
- Support sustainability of PLTI in Northland Region
- Support PLTI alumni network
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Application
- Workplan
- Budget
- Responder Information and Declarations (DHS-7020-ENG)
- Exceptions to Sample Contract and RFP Terms (DHS-7019-ENG)
- Disclosure of Funding Form (DHS-7018-ENG)
- Documentation to Establish Financial Stability (DHS-7896-ENG)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Northland Region, Minnesota
- Reported agency
- State of Minnesota
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families | State of Minnesota?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Ellie Decker.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families | State of Minnesota in MN, 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 Ellie Decker. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Hire one site coordinator and three facilitators; Complete one-week PLTI training in summer 2027; Recruit a Civic Design Team; Implement PLTI curriculum to three cohorts of parent leaders; Implement all PLTI evaluation components; Support sustainability of PLTI in Northland Region; Support PLTI alum. 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: "Executive Summary (5), Description of Responder Organization (20), Description of Target Population (20), Project Goals and Objectives (10), Project Activities and Work Plan (10), Evaluation Plan (5),..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2.5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 30, 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: Application, Workplan, Budget, Responder Information and Declarations (DHS-7020-ENG), Exceptions to Sample Contract and RFP Terms (DHS-7019-ENG), Disclosure of Funding Form (DHS-7018-ENG), Documentati. Review the full document from Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families | State of Minnesota for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Northland Region, Minnesota. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.