Parkland College Commercial Drivers' License Training RFP 2026
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 Training services. The goal is to expand high-quality CDL training to meet federal and state regulatory requirements and lead to successful employment in the transportation industry. The selected vendor will deliver a comprehensive CDL training program aligned with FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training standards, Illinois Secretary of State testing requirements, and industry expectations.
Comprehensive CDL training program aligned with FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training standards, Illinois Secretary of State testing requirements, And industry expectations. Includes recruitment, Training, And placement assistance for at least 200+ students annually. Vendor is responsible for drug screens, Physicals, And permit fees. Training to include a 4-week, 160-hour course and an alternate 8-week, 160-hour evening course. Staffing, Equipment/supplies, And marketing are also required.
Provider's experience in providing CDL training, student licensing and employment success, ability to meet July 1, 2026 start date, ability to assist Parkland College in meeting overall goals, quality and range of services, experience and qualifications of assigned staff, extent to which goods/services meet Parkland College needs, firm's overall experience, reputation, expertise, stability and financial responsibility, vendor's past relationship with Parkland College, ability to provide service within defined timeframe, vendor's financial terms, training options available, and any other relevant factor.
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Summary
Parkland College is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors for Commercial Drivers' License Training services.
The goal is to expand high-quality CDL training to meet federal and state regulatory requirements and lead to successful employment in the transportation industry. The selected vendor will deliver a comprehensive CDL training program aligned with FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training standards, Illinois Secretary of State testing requirements, and industry expectations.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
17- Provider's experience in providing CDL training
- Student licensing and employment success
- Ability to meet July 1
- 2026 start date
- Ability to assist Parkland College in meeting overall goals
- Quality and range of services
- Experience and qualifications of assigned staff
- Extent to which goods/services meet Parkland College needs
- Firm's overall experience
- Reputation
- Expertise
- Stability and financial responsibility
- Vendor's past relationship with Parkland College
- Ability to provide service within defined timeframe
- Vendor's financial terms
- Training options available
- Any other relevant factor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Comprehensive CDL training program aligned with FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training standards, Illinois Secretary of State testing requirements, And industry expectations. Includes recruitment, Training, And placement assistance for at least 200+ students annually. Vendor is responsible for drug screens, Physicals, And permit fees. Training to include a 4-week, 160-hour course and an alternate 8-week, 160-hour evening course. Staffing, Equipment/supplies, And marketing are also required.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Vendor Information (company name, address, contact person), Qualification Information (proposed pricing, per person cost, other school details, understanding of scope, existing school data, audited financial statements, third-party firms, scope of services description, staffing plan, invoicing procedures, professional references).
- Submit to
- Parkland College, 1315 N. Mattis Ave., Champaign, IL 61821-1899
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, 1315 N. Mattis Ave., Champaign, IL 61821-1899. 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: Comprehensive CDL training program aligned with FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training standards, Illinois Secretary of State testing requirements, And industry expectations. Includes recruitment, Training, And placement assistance for at least 200+ students annually. Vendor is responsible for drug scree. 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: "Provider's experience in providing CDL training, student licensing and employment success, ability to meet July 1, 2026 start date, ability to assist Parkland College in meeting overall goals, quality..." 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: Vendor Information (company name, address, contact person), Qualification Information (proposed pricing, per person cost, other school details, understanding of scope, existing school data, audited fi. Review the full document from Parkland College for the complete list.