NYSED RFP 365 Religious & Independent School Educators (RISE) Conference Vendor 2026
New York State School For The BlindSchool · Batavia, NY- Due
- Jun 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Nicole Henderson; Thomas McBride
The 30-second brief
The New York State Education Department seeks a vendor to manage the annual two-day RISE conference for approximately 300 participants. The 5-year contract includes logistics, speaker coordination, and M/WBE goals.
Plan, Organize, And host a two-day annual conference each fall; coordinate with PDRC vendor and NYSED; manage all event aspects.
70 points Technical Proposal, 30 points Cost Proposal
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Summary
The New York State Education Department seeks a vendor to manage the annual two-day RISE conference for approximately 300 participants. The 5-year contract includes logistics, speaker coordination, and M/WBE goals.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
70 points Technical Proposal, 30 points Cost Proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Plan, Organize, And host a two-day annual conference each fall
- Coordinate with PDRC vendor and NYSED
- Manage all event aspects
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Submission Documents
- Technical Proposal
- Cost Proposal
- M/WBE Documents
- Submit to
- https://nysedcau.highq.com/nysedcau/renderSmartForm.action?formId=663e254e-7122-4150-9b89-4eb7e1220253
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Albany, New York State
- Reported agency
- New York State Education Department
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from New York State School For The Blind?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 3, 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: https://nysedcau.highq.com/nysedcau/renderSmartForm.action?formId=663e254e-7122-4150-9b89-4eb7e1220253. For questions, contact Nicole Henderson; Thomas McBride.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including New York State School For The Blind 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.
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 Nicole Henderson; Thomas McBride. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Plan, Organize, And host a two-day annual conference each fall; coordinate with PDRC vendor and NYSED; manage all event aspects.. 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: "70 points Technical Proposal, 30 points Cost Proposal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from New York State School For The Blind?
All active and historical solicitations from New York State School For The Blind are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, New York State School For The Blind 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 5 years. 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: Submission Documents, Technical Proposal, Cost Proposal, M/WBE Documents. Review the full document from New York State School For The Blind 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, New York State. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.