NYS Education Department - 2026-27 Title I, 1003 School Improvement Grant (Innovation) - 2026
New York State Department of Education | State of New YorkState · Albany, NY- Due
- Aug 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 17, 2026
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Summary
The NYS Education Department is issuing a grant funding opportunity for Title I, Section 1003 School Improvement Grant (Innovation) initiatives for 2026-27.
Eligible target districts with schools under School District Superintendent Receivership can receive $200,000 per eligible school to support allowable activities including removing barriers through receivership authority, exploring and piloting high-leverage turnaround strategies, and strengthening systems identified in the continuation plan. Applications are due by August 15, 2026, and must include a completed School Spending Plan for each participating school and a blue ink signed FS-10 budget form submitted to the Office of Accountability in Albany, NY.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Application Packet Checklist (Attachment C)
- School Spending Plan
- District's blue ink signed FS-10 budget form
- Submit to
- NYS Education Department - Office of Accountability, Attn: 2026 Title I, 1003 SIG (Innovation), 89 Washington Avenue – Room 320 EB, Albany, New York 12234
- Scope location
- Albany, NY
- Reported agency
- NYS Education Department
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from New York State Department of Education | State of New York?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 15, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: NYS Education Department - Office of Accountability, Attn: 2026 Title I, 1003 SIG (Innovation), 89 Washington Avenue – Room 320 EB, Albany, New York 12234.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including New York State Department of Education | State of New York in NY, 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.
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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: Application Packet Checklist (Attachment C), School Spending Plan, District's blue ink signed FS-10 budget form. Review the full document from New York State Department of Education | State of New York for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Albany, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.