Att I - Pre-proposal Network Forms.zip

This file contains pre-proposal network forms for the Early Intervention Professional Development System procurement administered by the State of Indiana's Department of Administration, Division of Disability, Aging, and Rehabilitative Services (DDARS). The solicitation (RFP 25-84140) seeks a contractor to develop and implement comprehensive professional development services for the First Steps program, including online modules, virtual webinars, in-person training, and technical assistance for Early Intervention personnel. Key deliverables require the selected vendor to develop at least two professional development topical trainings annually, facilitate train-the-trainer sessions, maintain a learning management system, and coordinate the Governor's Interagency Coordinating Council. The pre-proposal conference is scheduled for October 10, 2025, with proposals due November 21, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. The contract term is structured for four years with two optional one-year renewals, totaling a possible six-year engagement. Evaluation will be based on 103 total points with emphasis on management quality, cost, and subcontractor commitments.

The state estimates spending approximately $500,000 annually on these services with administrative and indirect costs limited to 5% of the total contract amount. The solicitation includes mandatory subcontractor participation goals of 8% for Minority Business Enterprises, 11% for Women Business Enterprises, and 3% for Indiana Veteran Owned Small Businesses. Respondents must be registered with the Indiana Secretary of State and comply with state infrastructure requirements, preferring cloud-based solutions in Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services. Vendors must adhere to the emerging Risk and Assurance Management Program (RAMP) policies and disclose artificial intelligence usage. All bidders must submit detailed technical proposals demonstrating expertise in early intervention training, adult learning theories, and alignment with Indiana's State Systemic Improvement Plan.