Salem City School District - Strategic Planning Services - RFP 26-001 (2026)
Salem City School DistrictSchool · Salem, NJ- Due
- Mar 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 13, 2026
- Duration
- 8 months
- Primary contact
- Carol Kelley
The 30-second brief
Salem City School District invites proposals for strategic planning services for the 2026-2029 planning cycle. The selected facilitator will guide the district through a comprehensive strategic planning process involving planning and design, stakeholder engagement, data collection and analysis, and strategic plan development. Work includes facilitating planning sessions with stakeholder groups, working sessions with the core planning team, and Board of Education study sessions. The project serves approximately 1,150 students across Salem High School, Salem Middle School, and John Fenwick Academy in Salem, New Jersey. Proposals are due by March 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. EST, with the project anticipated to run from April 2026 to December 2026.
Written strategic plan document suitable for publication and community distribution, Executive summary or highlights document, Implementation roadmap with timeline, Recommendations for monitoring dashboard or progress reporting tools, Digital files in editable format, Presentation materials for Board adoption and community rollout
Qualifications and relevant experience 25%, Proposed approach and methodology 30%, Student engagement strategies 15%, Understanding of project requirements 15%, Cost and value 10%, References and past performance 5%
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Summary
Salem City School District invites proposals for strategic planning services for the 2026-2029 planning cycle.
The selected facilitator will guide the district through a comprehensive strategic planning process involving planning and design, stakeholder engagement, data collection and analysis, and strategic plan development. Work includes facilitating planning sessions with stakeholder groups, working sessions with the core planning team, and Board of Education study sessions. The project serves approximately 1,150 students across Salem High School, Salem Middle School, and John Fenwick Academy in Salem, New Jersey. Proposals are due by March 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. EST, with the project anticipated to run from April 2026 to December 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Qualifications and relevant experience 25%
- Proposed approach and methodology 30%
- Student engagement strategies 15%
- Understanding of project requirements 15%
- Cost and value 10%
- References and past performance 5%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Written strategic plan document suitable for publication and community distribution
- Executive summary or highlights document
- Implementation roadmap with timeline
- Recommendations for monitoring dashboard or progress reporting tools
- Digital files in editable format
- Presentation materials for Board adoption and community rollout
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Cover Letter
- Resumes of key personnel
- Sample strategic plan from previous work
- Cost Proposal
- Submit to
- [email protected] and 205 Walnut Street, Salem, NJ 08079
- Scope location
- Salem, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Salem City School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 6, 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] and 205 Walnut Street, Salem, NJ 08079. For questions, contact Carol Kelley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Salem City School District in NJ, 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 Carol Kelley. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Written strategic plan document suitable for publication and community distribution, Executive summary or highlights document, Implementation roadmap with timeline, Recommendations for monitoring dashboard or progress reporting tools, Digital files in editable format, Presentation materials for Boar. 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: "Qualifications and relevant experience 25%, Proposed approach and methodology 30%, Student engagement strategies 15%, Understanding of project requirements 15%, Cost and value 10%, References and past..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Salem City School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Salem City School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Salem City 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 8 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Cover Letter, Resumes of key personnel, Sample strategic plan from previous work, Cost Proposal. Review the full document from Salem City 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: Salem, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.