Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 - Executive Search Services for Superintendent - RFP-20261029-1 (2026)
Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1School · Cortez, CO- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- 1 day left
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Primary contact
- Debra Ramsey
- (970) 564-4187
The 30-second brief
Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 is seeking proposals from qualified firms for executive search services to assist in the recruitment and selection of a permanent Superintendent. The selected firm will provide planning, stakeholder engagement, leadership profile development, regional and national recruitment, application screening, candidate credential and reference verification, interview coordination, contract negotiation support, and a placement guarantee. The District serves approximately 1,900 students across six schools in Cortez, Colorado, Montezuma County, with a target start date for the new superintendent no later than July 1, 2027. Proposals are due by Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Mountain Time, via email to [email protected]. Written questions are due by October 22, 2026. Evaluation criteria include experience with comparable K-12 superintendent searches (25%), proposed approach and timeline (25%), search team qualifications (20%), cost and overall value (20%), and references (10%).
Experience and record with comparable K-12 superintendent searches 25 points, Proposed approach, stakeholder engagement, and timeline 25 points, Qualifications of the proposed search team 20 points, Cost and overall value 20 points, References 10 points
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Summary
Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 is seeking proposals from qualified firms for executive search services to assist in the recruitment and selection of a permanent Superintendent.
The selected firm will provide planning, stakeholder engagement, leadership profile development, regional and national recruitment, application screening, candidate credential and reference verification, interview coordination, contract negotiation support, and a placement guarantee. The District serves approximately 1,900 students across six schools in Cortez, Colorado, Montezuma County, with a target start date for the new superintendent no later than July 1, 2027. Proposals are due by Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Mountain Time, via email to [email protected]. Written questions are due by October 22, 2026. Evaluation criteria include experience with comparable K-12 superintendent searches (25%), proposed approach and timeline (25%), search team qualifications (20%), cost and overall value (20%), and references (10%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Experience and record with comparable K-12 superintendent searches 25 points
- Proposed approach
- Stakeholder engagement
- Timeline 25 points
- Qualifications of the proposed search team 20 points
- Cost and overall value 20 points
- References 10 points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A (Proposer Certification and Conflict of Interest Disclosure), current IRS Form W-9, certificate of insurance or written evidence of ability to obtain required coverage
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Cortez, CO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Debra Ramsey.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 in CO, 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 Debra Ramsey at (970) 564-4187. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Experience and record with comparable K-12 superintendent searches 25 points, Proposed approach, stakeholder engagement, and timeline 25 points, Qualifications of the proposed search team 20 points, C..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 29, 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: Attachment A (Proposer Certification and Conflict of Interest Disclosure), current IRS Form W-9, certificate of insurance or written evidence of ability to obtain required coverage. Review the full document from Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cortez, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.