RFQ 1169 Professional Development
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is requesting quotes for professional development services to support educators, school leaders, instructional staff, and district personnel through learning experiences aligned to district priorities and instructional initiatives, with quotes due July 13, 2026.
All communication regarding this RFQ must occur through the Bonfire messaging system; any attempts to contact MPS by other means regarding this request will result in disqualification. Vendors interested in learning more about submission requirements and district projects are directed to the RFP/RFB notification and submission tutorial at https://mps.milwaukee.k12.wi.us/en/District/Vendors-Contractors/Vendors/RFPRFB-notification-and-submission-tutorial.htm.
Wisconsin 7/13/26, 6:00 PM 6/15/26, 6:00 PM Family Interaction Services
Dane County Department of Human Services in Wisconsin is soliciting proposals for Family Interaction Services through RFP #425008-CBB, seeking a vendor to provide supervised face-to-face interactions for children placed in out-of-home care with their parents during weekday evenings and weekend days. The procurement aims to support family reunification, assess safety, enhance parental skills, and minimize placement-induced trauma. The contract will be for one year with potential renewal for four additional one-year periods, with an estimated service volume of 2,475 units (one unit equals one hour of service including preparation, monitoring, and reporting). The evaluation process will award points across seven categories: Program Overview (15 points), Program Strategies and Activities (30 points), Experience and Qualifications (20 points), Quality Improvement (10 points), Transportation (5 points), Cost (20 points), and Local Vendor Preference (5 points). Proposal submissions are due by June 4, 2024 at 11:59 pm, with vendor questions accepted until April 29, 2024. The current incumbent vendor is Canopy Center, and the contract requires a minimum staffing of 1.4 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees.
The procurement includes provisions for local and disadvantaged business preferences, with vendors located in Dane County automatically receiving five points, and those in adjacent counties receiving two points. The RFP allows for potential Minority Business Entity (MBE), Woman Owned Business Entity (WBE), and Disabled Veteran Business (DVB) designations, which may provide advantageous consideration during evaluation. Administrative costs are strictly limited to 15% of the total contract value, and vendors must be registered entities in good standing with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the cost proposal workbook indicates that pricing will be competitively scored, with the lowest-cost proposal receiving the most points. Vendors must demonstrate organizational capacity to bill for discrete service units and be prepared to engage in potential best and final offer pricing discussions. The contract emphasizes collaborative development of Family Interaction Plans and requires comprehensive documentation of interactions, staff qualifications, and ongoing performance metrics.
Wisconsin 6/5/24, 12:59 AM 3/3/25, 9:47 AM Steel Plate Beam Guards
Dane County, Wisconsin, through its Highway and Transportation Department, is seeking bids for steel plate beam guards and related guardrail components under Request for Bid #2023-RFB-013-PR. The procurement solicits proposals for various guardrail materials including MGS beam guard sections, radius rails, thrie beam sections, nuts and bolts, guardrail posts and blocks, and end sections. Bidders are required to provide comprehensive unit pricing for both picked-up and delivered quantities of guardrail materials, with the contract effective for one year from the purchase order or contract execution date. The bid was released on January 5, 2023, with questions due by January 19, 2023, and final responses required by February 9, 2023, at 2:00 pm. Evaluation criteria include pricing, local vendor preferences, and compliance with vendor questionnaire requirements addressing local content, cooperative purchasing, and fair labor practices. The county emphasizes sustainability principles and seeks products with recycled materials when technically and economically feasible.
The procurement offers local vendor preferences, with potential price adjustments up to 15% for Dane County-made, regionally-made, and Wisconsin-made goods. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed, the bid includes provisions encouraging local and regional vendor participation. The county reserves the right to award bids on a per-item or total net bid basis, suggesting flexibility in contract allocation. Vendors must complete a comprehensive vendor questionnaire demonstrating compliance with local content and labor standards. The solicitation does not specify a precise budget range or award value, but indicates the intent to establish a one-year contract for guardrail material procurement. Potential bidders should be prepared to provide detailed pricing structures, demonstrate technical capabilities in guardrail manufacturing or supply, and show commitment to local economic and sustainability principles.
Wisconsin 2/9/23, 3:00 PM 2/20/25, 6:40 AM Seed, Sod & Topsoil
Dane County, Wisconsin, through its Highway and Transportation Department, is soliciting bids for seed, sod, and topsoil procurement for the 2023 calendar year via Request for Bid #2023-RFB-029-PR. The procurement covers comprehensive landscaping materials, including various seed mixtures, fertilizers, sod types, and topsoil, with options for both pickup and delivery. Vendors must provide detailed unit pricing per pound or cubic yard for different material categories, with specific requirements for product quality and delivery specifications. The bid submission deadline is February 24, 2023, at 2:00 pm, with a vendor question submission deadline of February 10, 2023. The contract term is one year from execution, with the county reserving the right to award the bid on a per-item or total net bid basis, selecting the most advantageous option. Evaluation criteria include pricing, local vendor preferences, and compliance with county sustainability principles.
The procurement offers local vendor preferences, including potential price adjustments up to 15% for Dane County-made, regionally-made, and Wisconsin-made goods. Participating vendors must provide a W9, demonstrate fair labor practices, maintain appropriate insurance coverage, and comply with county sustainability guidelines. The bid includes cooperative purchasing options, allowing other municipalities and state agencies to potentially utilize the contract. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the procurement suggests a significant annual procurement value for landscaping materials. Vendors must meet additional qualifications, including providing documentation of labor practices and insurance coverage. The county has structured the bid to encourage local economic participation while maintaining competitive pricing and quality standards for essential landscaping materials.
Wisconsin 2/24/23, 3:00 PM 2/20/25, 5:43 AM RFB 5827 - Busing Services for Field Trips
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is seeking qualified vendors to provide yellow bus transportation services for school-sponsored field trips through Request for Bid (RFB) 5827. The procurement covers transportation to various destinations within and outside the metro-Milwaukee area, with potential requirements for orthopedically-equipped buses to accommodate student needs. The contract will be a three-year blanket agreement commencing September 1, 2025, and continuing through August 31, 2028, with the possibility of annual renewals. Vendors must submit flat-rate pricing for round-trip transportation to specific destinations, with estimated annual trip frequencies ranging from 10 to 198 trips depending on the location. The bid closing date is August 6, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with all submissions required to be completed digitally through the Bonfire platform. Evaluation criteria will focus on lowest responsive and responsible bidders meeting minimum specifications, including ability to provide appropriate bus types and compliance with operational requirements. MPS reserves the right to make partial awards, select multiple vendors, or make no award at all.
The procurement includes significant set-aside and diversity requirements, mandating 25% participation from Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) vendors, including businesses owned by minorities, women, disadvantaged, emerging, or small business owners. Contractors must also fulfill a student engagement component, providing 10 hours of career education activities per contract, with eight hours directly engaging MPS students and potential employment opportunities for high school students or recent graduates. Vendors must complete comprehensive documentation, including Appendix A (HUB Utilization Plan), Appendix B (Prime Vendor Information Sheet), and specific student engagement schedules. The contract requires detailed compliance with technology standards, including compatibility with Chromebooks and supporting up to 10,000 staff accounts and 68,500 student accounts. While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the extensive documentation and multi-year structure suggest a significant procurement opportunity with potential for substantial financial impact for selected vendors.
Wisconsin 8/6/25, 8:00 PM 7/22/25, 5:00 PM