North Chicago Community Unit School District 187 Superintendent Search RFP
- Due
- Jan 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
The 30-second brief
North Chicago Community Unit School District No. 187 is seeking proposals from superintendent search firms/consultants for the search of a new Superintendent of Schools. The current superintendent will be leaving effective June 30, 2026, and the new superintendent will start on July 1, 2026.
Development of a profile for the successful candidate, Assistance with identification of an appropriate compensation package, Advertising and other solicitation of candidates, Screening of applications and scheduling of interviews, Assistance with the interview process and site visits, And other consultation.
Qualifications and criteria that will be used to judge the applicants.
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Summary
North Chicago Community Unit School District No. 187 is seeking proposals from superintendent search firms/consultants for the search of a new Superintendent of Schools. The current superintendent will be leaving effective June 30, 2026, and the new superintendent will start on July 1, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications and criteria that will be used to judge the applicants.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Development of a profile for the successful candidate
- Assistance with identification of an appropriate compensation package
- Advertising and other solicitation of candidates
- Screening of applications and scheduling of interviews
- Assistance with the interview process and site visits
- Other consultation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Cover Sheet
- Executive Summary
- Contact Information and Qualifications
- Search Team details
- Experience details
- Work Plan
- Fees and Expenses
- References
- Contract Form
- Litigation Record
- Additional Information
- Submit to
- Email electronic submissions to [email protected] AND [email protected]
- Scope location
- North Chicago, Illinois
- Reported agency
- North Chicago Community Unit School District No. 187
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from North Chicago SD 187?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 5, 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 electronic submissions to [email protected] AND [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including North Chicago SD 187 in IL, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Development of a profile for the successful candidate, Assistance with identification of an appropriate compensation package, Advertising and other solicitation of candidates, Screening of applications and scheduling of interviews, Assistance with the interview process and site visits, And other con. 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: "Qualifications and criteria that will be used to judge the applicants." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from North Chicago SD 187?
All active and historical solicitations from North Chicago SD 187 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, North Chicago SD 187 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Cover Sheet, Executive Summary, Contact Information and Qualifications, Search Team details, Experience details, Work Plan, Fees and Expenses, References, Contract Form, Litigation Record, Additional. Review the full document from North Chicago SD 187 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: North Chicago, Illinois. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.