Mount Vernon City School District Consultant Services RFP 2025-2026
Mount Vernon City SchoolsSchool · Mount Vernon, OH- Due
- Mar 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Hillary Thompson
- (914) 665-1682
The 30-second brief
The Mount Vernon City School District is seeking sealed proposals from qualified individuals or firms to provide consultation services for the development of a comprehensive, District-wide strategic plan for 2025-2026. The scope includes assessing the current state, identifying areas for reform, developing goals, and creating strategies for improvement, incorporating elements of the New York State Department of Education's 'New York Inspires' initiative.
Written needs assessment, Methodology/dissemination for strategic planning, Assessment of stakeholder input, Preliminary report with recommendations, Executive summary, Final report, Multi-year vision and strategic plan.
Responsiveness to RFP, Compliance with qualification requirements, Experience of staff assigned to engagement, Quality and appropriateness of the firm's work plan, Research, evaluation and consultation approaches, Cost
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Summary
The Mount Vernon City School District is seeking sealed proposals from qualified individuals or firms to provide consultation services for the development of a comprehensive, District-wide strategic plan for 2025-2026.
The scope includes assessing the current state, identifying areas for reform, developing goals, and creating strategies for improvement, incorporating elements of the New York State Department of Education's 'New York Inspires' initiative.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Responsiveness to RFP
- Compliance with qualification requirements
- Experience of staff assigned to engagement
- Quality and appropriateness of the firm's work plan
- Research
- Evaluation and consultation approaches
- Cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Written needs assessment
- Methodology/dissemination for strategic planning
- Assessment of stakeholder input
- Preliminary report with recommendations
- Executive summary
- Final report
- Multi-year vision and strategic plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Formal work plan
- Financial statement
- Resumés of key personnel
- Certificate of insurance
- Submit to
- 165 North Columbus Avenue, Mount Vernon, New York 10553
- Reported agency
- Mount Vernon City School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Mount Vernon City Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 16, 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: 165 North Columbus Avenue, Mount Vernon, New York 10553. For questions, contact Hillary Thompson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Mount Vernon City Schools in OH, 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 Hillary Thompson at (914) 665-1682. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Written needs assessment, Methodology/dissemination for strategic planning, Assessment of stakeholder input, Preliminary report with recommendations, Executive summary, Final report, Multi-year vision and strategic plan.. 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: "Responsiveness to RFP, Compliance with qualification requirements, Experience of staff assigned to engagement, Quality and appropriateness of the firm's work plan, Research, evaluation and consultatio..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mount Vernon City Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Mount Vernon City Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Mount Vernon City 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 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: Formal work plan, Financial statement, Resumés of key personnel, Certificate of insurance.. Review the full document from Mount Vernon City Schools for the complete list.
