Parkland College Commercial Drivers' License Training RFP
Parkland CollegeHigher Ed · Champaign, IL- Due
- Feb 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Cayla Waters
The 30-second brief
Parkland College is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors for Commercial Drivers' License (CDL) training services. The goal is to expand high-quality CDL training to meet federal and state requirements and lead to successful employment. The selected vendor will provide a comprehensive CDL training program aligned with FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training standards.
A 4-week, 160-hour training course for Class A CDL, or an alternate 8-week, 160-hour evening course. Placement assistance upon successful completion.
The provider's experience in providing Commercial Driver's License training school, success measured by student licensing and employment, ability to meet start date, ability to assist Parkland College in meeting goals, quality and range of services, staff experience and qualifications, extent to which goods/services meet Parkland College needs, firm's overall experience/reputation/expertise/stability/financial responsibility, vendor's past relationship with Parkland College, ability to provide service within timeframe, vendor's financial terms, training options, and other relevant factors.
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Summary
Parkland College is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors for Commercial Drivers' License (CDL) training services.
The goal is to expand high-quality CDL training to meet federal and state requirements and lead to successful employment. The selected vendor will provide a comprehensive CDL training program aligned with FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training standards.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
13- The provider's experience in providing Commercial Driver's License training school
- Success measured by student licensing and employment
- Ability to meet start date
- Ability to assist Parkland College in meeting goals
- Quality and range of services
- Staff experience and qualifications
- Extent to which goods/services meet Parkland College needs
- Firm's overall experience/reputation/expertise/stability/financial responsibility
- Vendor's past relationship with Parkland College
- Ability to provide service within timeframe
- Vendor's financial terms
- Training options
- Other relevant factors
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- A 4-week
- 160-hour training course for Class A CDL
- An alternate 8-week
- 160-hour evening course
Placement assistance upon successful completion.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Proposed pricing
- Per person cost
- Registration fee details (if applicable)
- Staffing plan
- Independently audited financial statements
- Professional references
- Submit to
- Parkland College, Purchasing, Room A108, 2400 West Bradley Avenue, Champaign, IL 61821
- Scope location
- Champaign, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Parkland College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 2, 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: Parkland College, Purchasing, Room A108, 2400 West Bradley Avenue, Champaign, IL 61821. For questions, contact Cayla Waters.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Parkland College 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.
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 Cayla Waters. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: A 4-week, 160-hour training course for Class A CDL, or an alternate 8-week, 160-hour evening course. Placement assistance upon successful completion.. 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: "The provider's experience in providing Commercial Driver's License training school, success measured by student licensing and employment, ability to meet start date, ability to assist Parkland College..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Parkland College?
All active and historical solicitations from Parkland College are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Parkland College 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: Proposed pricing, per person cost, registration fee details (if applicable), staffing plan, independently audited financial statements, professional references.. Review the full document from Parkland College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Champaign, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.