Petersburg City Public Schools - Communications Support Services - RFP 27-002 (2026)
Petersburg City Public SchoolsSchool · Petersburg, VA- Due
- Aug 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Lorie W. Newton
- (804) 586-4830
The 30-second brief
Petersburg City Public Schools is seeking proposals for communications support services to assist division leadership and the communications department under RFP 27-002. The scope of work includes on-call crisis communications support, one media training session for division administrators, and support for implementing the school division's three-year communications plan. Proposals are due by August 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., and may be submitted via hand delivery, mail, or email to the Procurement Department at 255 South Boulevard East, Petersburg, VA 23805. The evaluation of proposals will be based on the consultant's ability to provide successful leadership coaching services to K-12 schools, experience and qualifications of proposed personnel, demonstrated ability to implement goal setting and action planning, staff availability, and cost of services.
Consultant will conduct a leadership needs assessment for support of identified leaders., Consultant will participate in an initial meeting with the Superintendent and Chief Academic Officer to establish focus areas for leadership support and coaching in alignment with the division’s instructional leadership expectations and the PCPS Instructional Framework., Consultant will develop and implement leader coaching and support plans for each identified leader inclusive of personalized progress metrics., Consultant will meet periodically with the Chief Academic Officer as requested.
Demonstration of the consultant’s ability to provide successful leadership coaching services to K-12 schools for the positions identified in this project, Experience and qualifications of the proposed personnel assigned to provide the services, Demonstrated ability to effectively implement goal setting, action planning, and support, Ability to devote necessary staff to this project to meet established deadlines, Cost of Services
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Summary
Petersburg City Public Schools is seeking proposals for communications support services to assist division leadership and the communications department under RFP 27-002.
The scope of work includes on-call crisis communications support, one media training session for division administrators, and support for implementing the school division's three-year communications plan. Proposals are due by August 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., and may be submitted via hand delivery, mail, or email to the Procurement Department at 255 South Boulevard East, Petersburg, VA 23805. The evaluation of proposals will be based on the consultant's ability to provide successful leadership coaching services to K-12 schools, experience and qualifications of proposed personnel, demonstrated ability to implement goal setting and action planning, staff availability, and cost of services.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Demonstration of the consultant’s ability to provide successful leadership coaching services to K-12 schools for the positions identified in this project, Experience and qualifications of the proposed personnel assigned to provide the services, Demonstrated ability to effectively implement goal setting, action planning, and support, Ability to devote necessary staff to this project to meet established deadlines, Cost of Services
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Consultant will conduct a leadership needs assessment for support of identified leaders., Consultant will participate in an initial meeting with the Superintendent and Chief Academic Officer to establish focus areas for leadership support and coaching in alignment with the division’s instructional leadership expectations and the PCPS Instructional Framework., Consultant will develop and implement leader coaching and support plans for each identified leader inclusive of personalized progress metrics., Consultant will meet periodically with the Chief Academic Officer as requested.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Signed cover sheet and all addenda acknowledgement, if applicable., A detailed description of the services to be provided which addresses each of the phases listed in Section III, Scope of Services, Statement of Qualifications, Key Personnel, Length of time that the consultant or firm has been in business, Proposed cost in accordance with Pricing Schedule, Section IX, Attachment A Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) Registration Information
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Petersburg, VA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Petersburg City Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 10, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Lorie W. Newton.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Petersburg City Public Schools in VA, 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 Lorie W. Newton at (804) 586-4830. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Consultant will conduct a leadership needs assessment for support of identified leaders., Consultant will participate in an initial meeting with the Superintendent and Chief Academic Officer to establish focus areas for leadership support and coaching in alignment with the division’s instructional l. 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: "Demonstration of the consultant’s ability to provide successful leadership coaching services to K-12 schools for the positions identified in this project, Experience and qualifications of the proposed..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Petersburg City Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Petersburg City Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Petersburg City Public Schools 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: Signed cover sheet and all addenda acknowledgement, if applicable., A detailed description of the services to be provided which addresses each of the phases listed in Section III, Scope of Services, S. Review the full document from Petersburg City Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Petersburg, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.