Sheridan School District Grant Writing Services RFP 2026
Sheridan School DistrictSchool · Sheridan, AR- Due
- Aug 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Cris Bolin
The 30-second brief
Sheridan School District is seeking proposals for grant writing services to identify and secure external funding for district initiatives and capital improvements. Proposals are due by noon CST on August 26, 2026.
Grant proposals, Narratives, Budgets, Grant reporting, Compliance management, Drawdown documentation
Experience and Qualifications (20%), Demonstrated Success and Past Performance (30%), Quality of Work Samples and Methodology (10%), Cost/Fee Structure (40%)
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Summary
Sheridan School District is seeking proposals for grant writing services to identify and secure external funding for district initiatives and capital improvements. Proposals are due by noon CST on August 26, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Grant proposals
- Narratives
- Budgets
- Grant reporting
- Compliance management
- Drawdown documentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Cover Letter
- Background and Qualifications
- Relevant Experience
- Approach and Methodology
- Fee Schedule
- References
- Writing Samples
REQUIRED STAFFING
grant writers, consultants
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Sheridan, AR
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Sheridan School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 26, 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 Cris Bolin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Sheridan School District in AR, 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 Cris Bolin. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: grant writers, consultants. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Grant proposals, Narratives, Budgets, Grant reporting, Compliance management, Drawdown documentation. 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: "Experience and Qualifications (20%), Demonstrated Success and Past Performance (30%), Quality of Work Samples and Methodology (10%), Cost/Fee Structure (40%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sheridan School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Sheridan School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Sheridan 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 1 year. 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, Background and Qualifications, Relevant Experience, Approach and Methodology, Fee Schedule, References, Writing Samples. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Sheridan 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: Sheridan, AR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.