Ohio Department of Higher Education FY 2027 Commercial Truck Driver Student Aid Program Application
Ohio Department of Higher Education, Columbus, OH·State
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- Contract Term
- 1 year
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope Location
- Ohio
- Submission Address
- ODHE RFP Portal at rfp.ohiohighered.org
SUMMARY
The Ohio Department of Higher Education is soliciting applications from eligible schools to provide grants and loans for CDL training programs. Participating schools can request up to $125,000 to support student aid for FY 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
CDL job training needs (10 points), School performance (15 points), Past performance (30 points), Student eligibility and loan counseling (25 points), Marketing (5 points), Institutional timeline (15 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Cover letter, Executive summary, Project narrative, Budget, Timeline, CDL program approval evidence, FMCSA registration proof
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Program budget form (Attachment A), Pre- and post-completion loan counseling materials
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from Ohio Department of Higher Education?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 28, 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: ODHE RFP Portal at rfp.ohiohighered.org.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "CDL job training needs (10 points), School performance (15 points), Past performance (30 points), Student eligibility and loan counseling (25 points), Marketing (5 points), Institutional timeline (15..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ohio Department of Higher Education?
All active and historical solicitations from Ohio Department of Higher Education are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Ohio Department of Higher Education 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: Program budget form (Attachment A), Pre- and post-completion loan counseling materials. Review the full document from Ohio Department of Higher Education for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Ohio Department of Higher Education 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.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ohio. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cover letter, Executive summary, Project narrative, Budget, Timeline, CDL program approval evidence, FMCSA registration proof. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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