Palm Beach Schools - Evidence-Based Professional Learning For Private School Teachers - 26C-023W (2026)
Palm Beach County School DistrictSchool · West Palm Beach, FL- Due
- May 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Ryan Hook
The 30-second brief
The School District of Palm Beach County is soliciting proposals for third-party providers to design, deliver, and evaluate high-quality, evidence-based professional learning services for private school teachers and educators. The scope includes professional development formats such as in-person workshops, virtual synchronous sessions, hybrid models, and instructional coaching aligned to ESEA equitable services requirements under Titles I, II, and IV. Services will support approximately 60 participating private schools across Palm Beach County over a 5-year contract term. Proposals are due by May 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, with a question acceptance deadline of May 12, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize the experience and qualifications of the firm, staff qualifications, approach and methodology, time of completion, and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation.
Evidence-based professional learning services, Professional development workshops, Instructional coaching, Job-embedded support, Modeling of instructional strategies, Data-driven instructional support, Implementation plan
Experience and Qualifications of the Firm (25 points), Qualifications of Proposer's Staff (20 points), Approach/Methodology (25 points), Time of Completion (20 points), Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Participation (10 points)
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Summary
The School District of Palm Beach County is soliciting proposals for third-party providers to design, deliver, and evaluate high-quality, evidence-based professional learning services for private school teachers and educators.
The scope includes professional development formats such as in-person workshops, virtual synchronous sessions, hybrid models, and instructional coaching aligned to ESEA equitable services requirements under Titles I, II, and IV. Services will support approximately 60 participating private schools across Palm Beach County over a 5-year contract term. Proposals are due by May 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, with a question acceptance deadline of May 12, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize the experience and qualifications of the firm, staff qualifications, approach and methodology, time of completion, and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Evidence-based professional learning services
- Professional development workshops
- Instructional coaching
- Job-embedded support
- Modeling of instructional strategies
- Data-driven instructional support
- Implementation plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Required Response Form
- Beneficial Interest and Disclosure of Ownership Affidavit
- Conflict of Interest Statement
- References
- Company Financials
- SBE Participation documents
- E-Verify Certification
- Drug-Free Workplace Certification
- Submit to
- www.bidnetdirect.com/palmbeachschools
- Scope location
- Palm Beach County, Florida
- Reported agency
- Palm Beach Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Palm Beach County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 26, 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: www.bidnetdirect.com/palmbeachschools. For questions, contact Ryan Hook.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Palm Beach County School District in FL, 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 Ryan Hook. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Evidence-based professional learning services, Professional development workshops, Instructional coaching, Job-embedded support, Modeling of instructional strategies, Data-driven instructional support, Implementation plan. 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: "Experience and Qualifications of the Firm (25 points), Qualifications of Proposer's Staff (20 points), Approach/Methodology (25 points), Time of Completion (20 points), Small Business Enterprise (SBE)..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Palm Beach County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Palm Beach County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Palm Beach County 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 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: Required Response Form, Beneficial Interest and Disclosure of Ownership Affidavit, Conflict of Interest Statement, References, Company Financials, SBE Participation documents, E-Verify Certification,. Review the full document from Palm Beach County 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: Palm Beach County, Florida. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.