Saint Louis Public Schools Professional Development and Absence Management RFP 2026
St. Louis City School District, MO·School
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- Reported Agency
- Saint Louis Public Schools
- Primary Contact
- Bill Huber
- Scope Location
- St. Louis, MO
SUMMARY
Saint Louis Public Schools (SLPS) is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to identify a vendor for an integrated, enterprise-level software solution. The procurement covers Professional Development (PD) management, Employee Performance Evaluation, and Absence Management across the District. Key requirements include a secure, scalable platform capable of nightly data uploads, tracking instructional coaching trends aligned to PBTE standards, and a flexible substitute management system with mass texting capabilities. The selected solution must integrate with existing payroll and identity management systems. The District is specifically evaluating KickUp and Red Rover platforms to replace its expiring contract with Frontline Technologies. Implementation is scheduled to begin July 01, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Functionality, user-friendliness, nightly upload capability, coaching form tracking, substitute management flexibility, cost-effectiveness
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Professional Development management system, Employee Performance Evaluation system, Absence Management system, Implementation, Training, Technical support
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from St. Louis City School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 12, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Bill Huber.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Functionality, user-friendliness, nightly upload capability, coaching form tracking, substitute management flexibility, cost-effectiveness" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from St. Louis City School District?
All active and historical solicitations from St. Louis City School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, St. Louis City School District 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. Review the full document from St. Louis City School District for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including St. Louis City School District in MO, 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 Bill Huber. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: St. Louis, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Professional Development management system, Employee Performance Evaluation system, Absence Management system, Implementation, Training, Technical support. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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