RFA S-58100-00017094 PATHWAYS T MULTILINGUALISM GRANTS~1.pdf

RFA S-58100-00017094 - Pathways to Multilingualism Grants

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STATE OF OREGON

COVER PAGE

OREGON DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PATHWAYS TO MULTILINGUALISM GRANTS

Request for Grant Applications (“RFA”)

S-58100-00017094

Date of Issue: June 8, 2026

Closing Date and Time: July 8, 2026

Single Point of Contact (SPC): Jennifer Huston

Address: 255 Capitol Street NE City, State, Zip: Salem, OR 97310 E-mail: Jennifer.huston@ode.oregon.gov

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, this RFA may be made available in alternate formats such as Braille, large print, audiotape, oral presentation, or computer disk. To request an alternate format, call the Oregon Department of Education at (503) 947-5600.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 PURPOSE

1.2 GRANT AMOUNT AND DURATION

1.3 ELIGIBILITY

1.4 SCHEDULE

1.5 SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT (SPC)

SECTION 2: AUTHORITY AND SCOPE

2.1 AUTHORITY

2.2 DEFINITION OF TERMS

2.3 OVERVIEW

2.4 SCOPE OF ACTIVITIES

SECTION 3: PROCESS AND REQUIREMENTS

3.1 GRANT PROCESS

3.2 APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 4: EVALUATION

4.1 RESPONSIVENESS DETERMINATION

4.2 EVALUATION CRITERIA

4.3 POINT AND SCORE CALCULATIONS

4.4 RANKING OF APPLICANTS

4.5 NEXT STEP DETERMINATION

SECTION 5: AWARD AND NEGOTIATION

5.1 AWARD NOTIFICATION PROCESS

5.2 INTENT TO AWARD PROTEST

5.3 SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

5.4 GRANT NEGOTIATION

SECTION 6: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

6.1 GOVERNING LAWS AND REGULATIONS

6.2 OWNERSHIP/ PERMISSION TO USE MATERIALS

6.3 CANCELLATION OF RFA; REJECTION OF APPLICATIONS; NO DAMAGES

6.4 COST OF SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION

SECTION 7: LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

ATTACHMENT A: SAMPLE GRANT

ATTACHMENT B: CERTIFICATION AND APPLICATION

ATTACHMENT C: BUDGET

ATTACHMENT D: OREGON MULTILINGUAL LEARNER STRATEGIC PLAN………………………………………………………14

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SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1. PURPOSE

The State of Oregon, acting by and through its Department of Education, (“Agency”), is issuing this Request for Grant Applications (“RFA”) for Pathways to Multilingualism Grants.

ORS 336.079 established requirements to improve outcomes for students designated as English Learners. One of the requirements of the legislation was to develop a statewide plan to support English Learners. The current statewide plan, published in 2024 named “Oregon Multilingual Learner Strategic Plan” (Attachment D), calls for several actions that support pathways to multilingualism in Oregon.

Additional details are included in the Scope of Activities section.

1.2. GRANT AMOUNT AND DURATION

Agency anticipates the award of 41 Grant Agreements (each a “Grant”) up to $50,000 each from this RFA. Agency will award up to $2,050,000 in total funding. Awards are dependent on the quality of all Applications received and the amount of the awarded grants.

1.3. ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible for a Grant under this RFA, Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Applicant must be an Oregon public school district;

• Applicant’s proposed project must be for:

Development a new Dual Language Education Program; or Enhancement to an existing Dual Language Education Program and/or A Tribal Language Revitalization Program.

1.4. SCHEDULE

The table below represents a tentative schedule of events. All times are listed in Pacific Time. All dates listed are subject to change.

Event Date Time

Pre-Application conference June 15 , 2026 1:00 PM

Questions/ requests for clarification due June 24, 2026 3:00 PM

Answers to questions/ requests for clarification issued (approximate) July 1, 2026

Closing (Applications due) July 8, 2026 3:00 PM

Issuance of notice of award (approximate) July 24, 2026

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1.5. SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT (SPC)

The SPC for this RFA is identified on the Cover Page, along with the SPC’s contact information.

Applicants must direct all communications related to any provision of the RFA, whether about the technical requirements of the RFA, Grant requirements, the RFA process, or any other provision only to the SPC.

SECTION 2: AUTHORITY AND SCOPE

2.1 AUTHORITY

Agency is issuing this RFA pursuant to its authority under ORS 336.079.

2.2 DEFINITION OF TERMS

For the purposes of this RFA, capitalized words will refer to the following definitions:

• “Addendum” or “Addenda” means an addition to, deletion from, a material change in, or general interest explanation of this RFA.

• “Applicant” means an eligible entity who submits an Application in response to this RFA.

• “Application” means an Applicant’s written response to this RFA.

• “Closing” means the date and time speci�ied in this RFA as the deadline for submitting

Applications.

• “Dual Language Education Program” means an instructional model where students are presented academic content in both English and a partner language.

• “Evaluation Committee” means the group of people who will evaluate and score

Applications submitted.

• “Multilingual Learners” means students who are designated as receiving English language development services.

• “Oregon Multilingual Learner Strategic Plan” as de�ined in Attachment D.

• “Oregon State Seal of Biliteracy/Multiliteracy” (OSSB)/(OSSM) A Seal awarded to a student’s diploma in the state of Oregon denoting biliterate competence.

• “Priority Points” means the additional points awarded to school districts de�ined as

Rural Remote.

• “Rural Remote” is de�ined as a “Territory outside an urban area that is more than 25 miles from an urban area with a population of 50,000 or more and is also more than 10 miles from an urban population of less than 50,000”. Public School and Local Education Agency Geocodes.

• “State” means the state of Oregon.

• “Tribal Language Revitalization Program” means community-driven initiatives designed to preserve, protect, and promote indigenous languages.

2.3 OVERVIEW

2.3.1 OFFICE OF EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION (OEDI)

The Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is an office of powerful and passionate individuals who are committed to actualizing the Oregon Equity Stance for Oregon students. The Oregon Equity Stance asserts that education equity is the equitable implementation of policy, practices, https://nces.ed.gov/programs/edge/docs/EDGE_GEOCODE_PUBLIC_TECHDOC.pdf https://nces.ed.gov/programs/edge/docs/EDGE_GEOCODE_PUBLIC_TECHDOC.pdf

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The Multilingual and Migrant Education team has significantly bolstered the Oregon Department of Education’s capacity to serve multilingual and migrant students and families. The team grew out of statewide and community efforts to advance equity for multilingual and migrant students and advocacy for policy changes to expand access to culturally and linguistically inclusive programs and services statewide.

The purpose of this team is to deepen capacity at the state level to lead multilingual and migrant initiatives for a growing and diversifying population of students and address the State Board of Education’s (SBE) goals to advance compulsory bilingual education in Oregon.

2.3.2 BACKGROUND

The Oregon Multilingual Learner Strategic Plan was established to transform Oregon’s education system, ensuring that all Multilingual Learners experience culturally and linguistically responsively and affirming learning environments, rigorous instructional programming and pathways that equip them to pursue their current and postsecondary visions of success.

Pathways to Multilingualism Grants are intended to support Oregon school districts in strengthening their dual language programs through biliteracy professional development and training, purchasing high-quality instructional materials for implementing biliteracy education, planning new dual language programs and/or expanding existing programs. Additionally, grants will support districts in strengthening or initiating tribal language revitalization programs.

2.3.3 GOALS

The Pathways to Multilingualism Grant of 2026-27 is Priority 4 of the Oregon Multilingual Learner Strategic Plan intended to support Oregon school districts to design (new programs) and improve established dual-language and tribal revitalization programs in Oregon. These programs assist students in gaining academic proficiency in multiple languages.

Goal 1: Oregon educational entities implement high-quality dual language programs that prioritize students designated as English learners.

Goal 2: Oregon educational entities offer and support Tribal language course options that promote language revitalization and preservation.

Goal 3: All multilingual learners earn the Oregon State Seal of Biliteracy/Multiliteracy.

2.4 SCOPE OF ACTIVITIES

2.4.1 Requirements

These funds must be used to expand pathways to multilingualism for students in Oregon. These funds may be used to advance the development of a new Dual Language Education Programs or to

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2.4.2 Allowable activities:

2.4.2.1 Educator Professional Learning

Funds support training for multilingual instruction and tribal language revitalization (e.g., GLAD, SIOP, UDL, ELD standards, biliteracy practices, co-teaching).

2.4.2.2 Instructional Materials

Purchase dual/heritage/tribal language curriculum, partner-language resources, multiliteracy tools, multilingual assessments such as STAMP or others supporting Oregon State Seal of Biliteracy/Multiliteracy.

2.4.2.3 Supplemental Staffing Support

Covers added (non–Basic Ed) staffing like extra planning time, substitute teacher costs, stipends, and release time for collaboration or coaching, as well as tribal language community experts.

2.4.2.4 Family & Community Engagement

Supports outreach such as info sessions, multilingual materials, and interpreter services.

SECTION 3: PROCESS AND REQUIREMENTS

3.1 GRANT PROCESS

3.1.1 Public Notice

The RFA, including all Addenda and attachments, are published in the State of Oregon’s electronic procurement system OregonBuys at https://oregonbuys.gov/. Applicants are encouraged to register for an OregonBuys account to receive notifications of possible future business opportunities with the State of Oregon. Documents will not be mailed to prospective Proposers.

A link to the RFA on the Oregon Buys website will also be provided on the OEDI website.

3.1.2 Questions/ Requests for Clarification

All inquiries, whether relating to the RFA process, administration, deadline, or method of award, or to the intent or technical aspects of the RFA must:

• Be posted on Oregon Buys or submitted by email to the SPC;

• Reference the RFA number;

• Identify Applicant’s name and contact information;

• Refer to the specific area of the RFA being questioned (e.g., page, section, paragraph number, etc.); and

• Be received by the due date and time for questions/ requests for clarification identified in the Schedule.

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3.1.3 Pre-Application Conference

A pre-Application conference will be held at the date and time listed in the Schedule in Section

1.4. Prospective Applicants’ participation in this conference is highly encouraged but not mandatory.

The purpose of the Pre-Application conference is to:

• Provide an additional description of the project;

• Explain the RFA process; and

• Answer any questions Applicants may have related to the project or the process.

Statements made at the Pre-Application conference are not binding upon Agency. Applicants may be asked to submit questions in writing.

Questions and answers will be posted to Oregon Buys.

3.1.3.1 Attendance at Pre-Application Conference

While attendance is not required to be eligible for the grant, attendance is encouraged.

Prospective Applicants may attend the Pre-Application conference only if they have pre-registered before the start of the conference.

The pre-registration and webinar link is below:

https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/3yi3yv_ESxSGDwphnTEaVw#/registrati on

The webinar will be recorded and made available through an amendment to this RFA in Oregon Buys.

3.1.4 Application Due Date

Applications and all required submittal items must be received by the SPC via Oregon Buys on or before Closing. Applications received after Closing will not be accepted. All Application modifications or withdrawals must be completed prior to Closing.

Applications received after Closing are considered LATE and will NOT be accepted for evaluation.

Late Applications will be returned to the respective Applicant or destroyed.

3.1.5 Application Submission

Applicant is solely responsible for ensuring its Application is received by the SPC via OregonBuys in accordance with the RFA requirements before Closing. Agency is not responsible for any delays in mail or by common carriers or by transmission errors or delays or mistaken delivery. Consider contacting by email to confirm receipt. Be sure to allow time for resubmission before Closing.

Applications submitted by any means not authorized may be rejected.

3.1.6 Modification or Withdrawal of Applications

Any Applicant who wishes to modify or withdraw an Application already received by Agency must do so prior to Closing. Applicant must submit its modification or request to withdraw to the SPC using one of the manners listed in the Application Submission section. Modifications must https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/3yi3yv_ESxSGDwphnTEaVw#/registration https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/3yi3yv_ESxSGDwphnTEaVw#/registration

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3.1.7 Application Rejection

Agency may reject an Application for any of the following reasons:

• Applicant fails to substantially comply with all prescribed RFA procedures and requirements;

• Applicant makes any contact regarding this RFA with State representatives such as State employees or officials other than the SPC or those the SPC authorizes, or initiates inappropriate contact with the SPC;

• Applicant attempts to inappropriately influence a member of the Evaluation Committee;

or

• Application is conditioned on Agency’s acceptance of any other terms and conditions or rights to negotiate any alternative terms and conditions that are not reasonably related to those expressly authorized for negotiation in the RFA or Addenda.

3.2 APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Application must address each of the items listed in this section and all other requirements set forth in this RFA. Applicant must describe how activities will be completed. An Application that merely offers to fulfill the project will be considered non-responsive to this RFA and will not be considered further.

3.2.1 Fillable Application Form [REQUIRED] (Maximum 60 points)

Applicant must complete and submit the application form provided in Attachment B. Applicant should use definitive verbs in their narrative to describe what Applicant “will” do rather than aspirational verbs such as “hopes”, “expects”, “intends”, “plans”, or similar verbs that do not express a firm commitment to undertake a specific action.

3.2.2 Budget [REQUIRED](Attachment) (Maximum 10 points)

Applicant must complete and submit a detailed budget with narrative utilizing Attachment C that clearly identifies reasonable costs associated with fulfilling the RFA.

At a minimum, the budget must include the following elements:

• [Description of how each budget line item was determined];

• [Identification of roles and responsibilities for any staff funded by the Grant]; and

NOTE: Administrative costs, including indirect costs are allowable up to 10%.

All Applications are public record and are subject to public inspection after Agency issues the notice of award.

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SECTION 4: EVALUATION

4.1 RESPONSIVENESS DETERMINATION

Applications received prior to Closing will be reviewed for responsiveness to all RFA requirements. If the Application is unclear, the SPC may request clarification from Applicant. However, clarifications may not be used to rehabilitate a non-responsive Application. If the SPC finds the Application non-responsive, the Application may be rejected, however, Agency may waive minor mistakes in its sole discretion.

4.2 EVALUATION CRITERIA

Responsive Applications meeting the requirements outlined in the Application Requirements section will be evaluated by an Evaluation Committee. Evaluators will assign a score of 0 to 10 for each evaluation criterion listed below in this section.

SPC may request further clarification to assist the Evaluation Committee in gaining additional understanding of Applications. A response to a clarification request must be to clarify or explain portions of the already submitted Application and may not contain new information not included in the original Application.

SCORE EXPLANATION

10 OUTSTANDING – Application meets all requirements and Applicant demonstrates in a clear and concise manner a thorough knowledge and understanding of the subject matter and project. Applicant provides insight into its expertise, knowledge, and understanding of the subject matter.

6 – 9 VERY GOOD – Application provides useful information, while showing Applicant’s experience and knowledge of the subject matter and project. Applicant demonstrates above average knowledge and ability with no apparent deficiencies noted.

5 ADEQUATE – Application meets all requirements in an adequate manner. Applicant demonstrates an ability to comply with guidelines, parameters, and requirements, but does not put forth additional information.

1 – 4 FAIR – Application meets minimum requirements, but Applicant does not demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the subject matter.

0 POOR – Application is unacceptable and does not meet the requirements set forth in the RFA. Applicant does not demonstrate knowledge of the subject matter.

4.2.1 Evaluation Item 1: Program Planning (20 points)

• Describe your district's intent to plan, implement a Dual Language Education Program, strengthen or expand Dual Language Education Program and/or tribal revitalization programming. (10 pts)

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• Describe: languages to be offered; students to served; and participating schools to demonstrate the district has draft program design. (10 pts)

4.2.2 Evaluation Item 2: Multilingual Readiness (10 points)

• Describe your district's multilingual readiness, including staffing, community readiness, professional knowledge and district involvement.

4.2.3 Evaluation Item 3: Community and Staff Engagement (10 points)

• What is your district's plan for regular, relevant communication and engagement?

4.2.4 Evaluation Item 4: Seal of Biliteracy/Multiliteracy (10 points)

• Describe the district's process and plan for working towards 100% of multilingual students earning the Seal of Biliteracy/Multiliteracy as referenced in the Multilingual Learner Strategic Plan.

4.2.5 Evaluation Item 5: Sustainability (10 points)

• Describe how the district plans to sustainably use grant funds in a manner that contributes to ongoing improvement.

4.2.6 Evaluation Item 6: Budget (10 points)

• To what extent is Applicant’s budget reasonable and appropriate for the scope of the proposed entity and activities?

• To what extent are the budget line items allowable based on RFA guidelines?

4.3 POINT AND SCORE CALCULATIONS

Scores are the values (0 through 10) assigned by each evaluator.

Points are the total possible values for each section as listed in the table below.

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Points possible are as follows:

SECTION

REFERENCE

EVALUATION CRITERIA POINTS

POSSIBLE

4.2.1 Evaluation Item 1: Program Planning

• To what extent does the Applicant describe the plan to implement, strengthen or expand dual language or tribal revitalization programming?

• To what extent does the Applicant include information about languages offered and students served?

4.2.2 Evaluation Item 2: Multilingual Readiness

• How well does the Applicant show evidence of multilingual readiness in describing staffing, community readiness, professional knowledge and organization?

4.2.3 Evaluation Item 3: Community and Staff Engagement

• To what extent does the Applicant explain plans for regular, relevant community engagement?

4.2.4 Evaluation Item 4: Seal of Biliteracy/Multiliteracy

• To what extent does the Applicant’s plans work towards 100% participation for multilingual learners earning the Seal of Biliteracy/Multiliteracy?

4.2.5 Evaluation Item 5: Sustainability

• To what extent do the Applicant’s plans promote sustainable practices in a manner that contributes to ongoing improvement?

4.2.6 Evaluation Item 4: Budget

• To what extent is Applicant’s budget reasonable and appropriate for the scope of the proposed activities and are the budget line items allowable based on RFA guidelines?

EVALUATION POINTS POSSIBLE 70

PRIORITY POINTS (Maximum pts 10) 10

TOTAL POINTS POSSIBLE 80

4.4 RANKING OF APPLICANTS

The SPC will total the points for each Application. SPC will determine rank order for each respective Application, with the highest point total receiving the highest rank, and successive rank order determined by the next highest point total.

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4.5 NEXT STEP DETERMINATION

4.5.1 ADDITIONAL ROUNDS

Agency may conduct additional rounds of competition if in the best interest of the State.

Additional rounds of competition may consist of, but will not be limited to:

• Establishing a competitive range

• Presentations/ demonstrations/ additional submittal items

• Interviews

If Agency elects to conduct additional round(s), Agency will provide written notice to all Applicants describing the next step. At any time, Agency may dispense with the selected additional round and:

(1) issue an award to the highest-ranking Applicant; (2) elect to conduct an additional round of competition; or (3) cancel the RFA.

4.5.2 TIEBREAKERS

If the Agency receives Applications that are identical in quality and score, the Agency may, in its sole discretion, determine whether and how to award one or more Grants.

SECTION 5: AWARD AND NEGOTIATION

5.1 AWARD NOTIFICATION PROCESS

5.1.1 Award Consideration

Agency, if it awards a Grant, will award a Grant to the highest-ranking Applicant(s) based upon the scoring methodology and process described in the Evaluation section. Agency may award less than the full scope described in this RFA.

AGENCY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO NOT SELECT ANY OR ALL APPLICANTS UNDER THIS

RFA IF AGENCY DETERMINES IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION THAT A SELECTION SHOULD NOT

BE MADE.

5.1.2 Notice of Award

Agency will notify all Applicants in writing that Agency is awarding a Grant to the selected Applicant(s) subject to successful negotiation of any negotiable provisions.

5.2 RESERVED

5.3 SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

5.3.1 Business Registry

If selected for award, Applicant must be duly authorized by the State of Oregon to transact business in the State of Oregon before executing the Grant. The selected Applicant must submit a current Oregon Secretary of State Business Registry number or an explanation if not applicable.

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All corporations and other business entities (domestic and foreign) must have a Registered Agent in Oregon. For more information, see Oregon Business Guide, How to Start a Business in Oregon and Laws and Rules: http://www.filinginoregon.com/index.htm.

5.3.2 Insurance

Prior to execution of a Grant, the apparent successful Applicant must secure and demonstrate to Agency proof of insurance coverage meeting the requirements identified in the RFA or as otherwise negotiated.

Failure to demonstrate coverage may result in Agency terminating negotiations and commencing negotiations with the next highest-ranking Applicant. Applicant is encouraged to consult its insurance agent about the insurance requirements contained in Insurance Requirements (Exhibit B of Attachment A) prior to Application submission.

For informational purposes, Oregon Department of Administrative Services Risk Management maintains a Commercial Insurance Agency Resource List. The list can be found at the following website: https://www.oregon.gov/das/risk/pages/index.aspx under Contracts and Risk Assessment.

5.3.3 Taxpayer Identification Number

The apparent successful Applicant must provide its Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) and backup withholding status on a completed W-9 form. Agency will not disburse any Grant funds until Agency has a properly completed W-9.

5.4 GRANT NEGOTIATION

By submitting an Application, Applicant agrees to comply with the requirements of the RFA, including the terms and conditions of the Sample Grant (Attachment A), with the exception of those terms reserved for negotiation. Applicant must review the attached Sample Grant and note exceptions.

Unless Applicant notes exceptions in its Application, Agency intends to enter into a Grant with the successful Applicant substantially in the form set forth in the Sample Grant. It may be possible to negotiate some provisions of the final Grant; however, many provisions cannot be changed. Applicant is cautioned that Agency believes modifications to the standard provisions constitute increased risk and increased cost to the State. Therefore, Agency may consider the scope of requested exceptions in the evaluation of Applications.

Any Application that is conditioned upon Agency’s acceptance of any other terms and conditions may be rejected.

In the event the parties have not reached mutually agreeable terms within 30 calendar days, Agency may terminate negotiations and commence negotiations with the next highest-ranking Applicant.

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SECTION 6: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

6.1 GOVERNING LAWS AND REGULATIONS

This RFA is governed by the laws of the State of Oregon. Venue for any administrative or judicial action relating to this RFA, evaluation, or award is the Circuit Court of Marion County for the State of Oregon;

provided, however, if a proceeding must be brought in a federal forum, then it must be brought and conducted solely and exclusively within the United States District Court for the District of Oregon. In no event shall this section be construed as a waiver by the State of Oregon of any form of defense or immunity, whether sovereign immunity, governmental immunity, immunity based on the eleventh amendment to the Constitution of the United States, or otherwise, to or from any claim or from the jurisdiction of any court.

6.2 OWNERSHIP/ PERMISSION TO USE MATERIALS

All Applications submitted in response to this RFA become the property of Agency. By submitting an Application in response to this RFA, Applicant grants the State a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license for the rights to copy, distribute, display, prepare derivative works of and transmit the Application solely for the purpose of evaluating the Application, negotiating a Grant, if awarded to Applicant, or as otherwise needed to administer the RFA process, and to fulfill obligations under Oregon Public Records Law (ORS 192.311 through 192.478).

6.3 CANCELLATION OF RFA; REJECTION OF APPLICATIONS; NO DAMAGES

Agency may reject any or all Applications in whole or in part, or may cancel this RFA at any time when the rejection or cancellation is in the best interest of the State or Agency, as determined by Agency.

Neither the State nor Agency is liable to any Applicant for any loss or expense caused by or resulting from the delay, suspension, or cancellation of the RFA, award, or rejection of any Application.

6.4 COST OF SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION

Applicant must pay all the costs in submitting its Application, including, but not limited to, the costs to prepare and submit the Application, costs of samples and other supporting materials, costs to participate in demonstrations, or costs associated with protests.

SECTION 7: LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

ATTACHMENT A: SAMPLE GRANT

ATTACHMENT B: FILLABLE APPLICATION

ATTACHMENT C: BUDGET FORM

ATTACHMENT D: OREGON MULTILINGUAL LEARNER STRATEGIC PLAN