Tennessee Department of Education School Turnaround Program Support RFQ #33101-26108FAS5 (2026)
- Due
- Nov 2, 2026
- 5 days left
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Genell Jordan
- (615) 532-7202
The 30-second brief
The State of Tennessee Department of Education is seeking qualified contractors with at least three years of experience in school turnaround to partner with Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and authorized Public Schools for the School Turnaround Program (FY27-FY31). Selected contractors will conduct Comprehensive School Analyses (CSA) covering student academic achievement and growth, leadership, curriculum and instruction, professional development, climate and culture, and operations and organization across Priority/CSI schools. The initial contract term is fifty-four months with multiple no-cost contracts to be awarded. The submission deadline is November 2, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time.
Mandatory Requirements (Pass/Fail), General Qualifications & Experience (30 points), Technical Qualifications, Experience & Approach (70 points)
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Summary
The State of Tennessee Department of Education is seeking qualified contractors with at least three years of experience in school turnaround to partner with Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and authorized Public Schools for the School Turnaround Program (FY27-FY31).
Selected contractors will conduct Comprehensive School Analyses (CSA) covering student academic achievement and growth, leadership, curriculum and instruction, professional development, climate and culture, and operations and organization across Priority/CSI schools. The initial contract term is fifty-four months with multiple no-cost contracts to be awarded. The submission deadline is November 2, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Statement of Certifications and Assurances (RFQ Attachment D)
- Conflict of interest statement
- Current bank reference
- Experience statement
- Technical response (RFQ Attachment A, B, C)
- Three references (RFQ Attachment E)
- Submit to
- Genell Jordan, Central Procurement Office, Tennessee Tower, 3rd Floor, 312 Rosa L. Parks Ave., Nashville, TN 37243 / [email protected]
- Duration
- 54 months
- Scope location
- Nashville, TN
- Reported agency
- State of Tennessee
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Tennessee Community Resource Board | State of Tennessee?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Genell Jordan, Central Procurement Office, Tennessee Tower, 3rd Floor, 312 Rosa L. Parks Ave., Nashville, TN 37243 / [email protected]. For questions, contact Genell Jordan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Tennessee Community Resource Board | State of Tennessee in TN, 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 RFQ 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 Genell Jordan at (615) 532-7202. 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: "Mandatory Requirements (Pass/Fail), General Qualifications & Experience (30 points), Technical Qualifications, Experience & Approach (70 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 2, 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 RFQ?
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: Statement of Certifications and Assurances (RFQ Attachment D), conflict of interest statement, current bank reference, experience statement, technical response (RFQ Attachment A, B, C), three referenc. Review the full document from Tennessee Community Resource Board | State of Tennessee for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Nashville, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.