Montgomery County Intermediate Unit - Executive Director Search Firm Services - 2026
- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 3 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Regina Speaker
The 30-second brief
The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit (MCIU) seeks proposals from educational service agency executive search firms or individuals to conduct an Executive Director search process. The selected consulting firm will coordinate stakeholder interviews, develop a leadership profile and search criteria, establish a candidate identification process, perform screening and background checks, and advise the Board on compensation and transition planning. The $209 million budget agency serves twenty-two school districts in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Proposals are due by November 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST, with questions due by November 2, 2026. The contract award is anticipated on November 18, 2026.
Quality and completeness of the submitted proposal, Demonstrated competence and expertise in conducting searches for educational service agency leaders, Appropriateness of approach for MCIU, Reasonableness of costs/fees, Financial stability
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Summary
The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit (MCIU) seeks proposals from educational service agency executive search firms or individuals to conduct an Executive Director search process.
The selected consulting firm will coordinate stakeholder interviews, develop a leadership profile and search criteria, establish a candidate identification process, perform screening and background checks, and advise the Board on compensation and transition planning. The $209 million budget agency serves twenty-two school districts in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Proposals are due by November 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST, with questions due by November 2, 2026. The contract award is anticipated on November 18, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Quality and completeness of the submitted proposal, Demonstrated competence and expertise in conducting searches for educational service agency leaders, Appropriateness of approach for MCIU, Reasonableness of costs/fees, Financial stability
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
- Reported agency
- Montgomery County Intermediate Unit
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Montgomery County IU 23?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Regina Speaker.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Montgomery County IU 23 in PA, 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?
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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: "Quality and completeness of the submitted proposal, Demonstrated competence and expertise in conducting searches for educational service agency leaders, Appropriateness of approach for MCIU, Reasonabl..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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