NOLA Public Schools - Enterprise Operational Excellence & Digital Transformation - RFP 27-0057
Orleans Parish School DistrictSchool · New Orleans, LA- Due
- Oct 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Paul A. Lucius
The 30-second brief
NOLA Public Schools is seeking proposals for an enterprise operational excellence and digital transformation assessment, strategic planning, workflow redesign, and technology evaluation. The scope covers organizational operations, business processes, technology systems, ERP modernization (including Tyler Munis, PowerSchool, Salesforce, Avela, ReportWell, and Acuity Scheduling), governance, and AI readiness. Vendors will provide advisory services, bottleneck mapping, automation opportunity discovery, and a measurable implementation roadmap. The submission deadline is October 20, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. CST. A 35% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal applies, requiring submission of DBE Responsiveness Form 1, DBE Responsiveness Form 2, and Verification of DBE Certification Form.
Experience with K-12 school districts or large public-sector organizations (15), Vendor-independent ERP and process optimization expertise (15), Demonstrated success redesigning enterprise workflows (20), Experience facilitating organizational change and executive alignment (15), References from comparable clients (10), Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Goal (DBE) of 35% (10), Costs (15)
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Summary
NOLA Public Schools is seeking proposals for an enterprise operational excellence and digital transformation assessment, strategic planning, workflow redesign, and technology evaluation.
The scope covers organizational operations, business processes, technology systems, ERP modernization (including Tyler Munis, PowerSchool, Salesforce, Avela, ReportWell, and Acuity Scheduling), governance, and AI readiness. Vendors will provide advisory services, bottleneck mapping, automation opportunity discovery, and a measurable implementation roadmap. The submission deadline is October 20, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. CST. A 35% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal applies, requiring submission of DBE Responsiveness Form 1, DBE Responsiveness Form 2, and Verification of DBE Certification Form.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Addendum Form
- DBE Responsiveness Form 1
- DBE Responsiveness Form 2
- Verification of DBE Certification Form
- Vendor Registration Form
- W-9
- Submit to
- Procurement Department, Orleans Parish School Board, 2401 Westbend Parkway, Suite 5055, New Orleans, LA 70114 via email submission
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- New Orleans, LA
- Reported agency
- NOLA Public Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Orleans Parish School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Procurement Department, Orleans Parish School Board, 2401 Westbend Parkway, Suite 5055, New Orleans, LA 70114 via email submission. For questions, contact Paul A. Lucius.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Orleans Parish School District in LA, 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 Paul A. Lucius. 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 with K-12 school districts or large public-sector organizations (15), Vendor-independent ERP and process optimization expertise (15), Demonstrated success redesigning enterprise workflows (..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Orleans Parish School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Orleans Parish School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Orleans Parish School District 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: Addendum Form, DBE Responsiveness Form 1, DBE Responsiveness Form 2, Verification of DBE Certification Form, Vendor Registration Form, W-9. Review the full document from Orleans Parish 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: New Orleans, LA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.