Red Clay Consolidated School District - Search Firm Superintendent Search - RFP # 2-27-06 (2026)
Red Clay Consolidated School DistrictSchool · Wilmington, DE- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- Due today
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 0 years
- Primary contact
- Latoya M. Strickland
The 30-second brief
Red Clay Consolidated School District seeks a professional services firm specializing in K-12 education executive searches to manage and direct the professional search for a Superintendent. The selected firm will advise the Board of Education on search strategy, review existing community input, establish stakeholder priorities, facilitate a Superintendent Leadership Profile, develop candidate evaluation criteria, conduct national candidate recruitment, perform candidate screening and due diligence, provide board interview support, and assist with compensation and contract negotiations. Proposals are due by October 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with questions due by October 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The contract will be in effect through February 13, 2027, with options for three one-year extensions. Evaluation criteria include experience and reputation, familiarization with the Delaware K-12 public school system, pricing, expertise in superintendent searches, ability to provide a diverse pool of qualified candidates, and references.
Experience and Reputation (20), Familiarization with the Delaware K-12 public school system and environment (20), Pricing (20), Expertise in superintendent searches (15), Demonstrated ability to provide the district with a diverse pool of qualified candidates (15), References (10)
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Summary
Red Clay Consolidated School District seeks a professional services firm specializing in K-12 education executive searches to manage and direct the professional search for a Superintendent.
The selected firm will advise the Board of Education on search strategy, review existing community input, establish stakeholder priorities, facilitate a Superintendent Leadership Profile, develop candidate evaluation criteria, conduct national candidate recruitment, perform candidate screening and due diligence, provide board interview support, and assist with compensation and contract negotiations. Proposals are due by October 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with questions due by October 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The contract will be in effect through February 13, 2027, with options for three one-year extensions. Evaluation criteria include experience and reputation, familiarization with the Delaware K-12 public school system, pricing, expertise in superintendent searches, ability to provide a diverse pool of qualified candidates, and references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience and Reputation (20), Familiarization with the Delaware K-12 public school system and environment (20), Pricing (20), Expertise in superintendent searches (15), Demonstrated ability to provide the district with a diverse pool of qualified candidates (15), References (10)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Proposal Form
- References
- Resume'
- Hourly rate schedule
- Delaware business license
- Proof of insurance
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 4 months
- Scope location
- New Castle, DE
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Red Clay Consolidated School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Latoya M. Strickland.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Red Clay Consolidated School District in DE, 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 Latoya M. Strickland. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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 Reputation (20), Familiarization with the Delaware K-12 public school system and environment (20), Pricing (20), Expertise in superintendent searches (15), Demonstrated ability to provi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Red Clay Consolidated School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Red Clay Consolidated School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Red Clay Consolidated 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 0 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 28, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Proposal Form, References, Resume', Hourly rate schedule, Delaware business license, Proof of insurance. Review the full document from Red Clay Consolidated 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: New Castle, DE. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.