03 RFP #26-003 Nursing Program Testing and Learning System, and NCLEX® Preparation Review Courses

The El Paso County Community College District is issuing Request for Proposals (RFP) #26-003 to procure an integrated nursing education solution consisting of two primary components: an evidence-based nursing program testing and learning system, and in-person NCLEX preparation review courses. The testing and learning system must support student success, strengthen program evaluation, and enhance curriculum development, while the NCLEX preparation courses must be tailored specifically to the District's Vocational Nursing (VN) and Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) degree programs, with dedicated in-person review courses for both NCLEX-PN and NCLEX-RN examinations. The key objective is to increase first-time pass rates on the NCLEX examination and support overall student success in the nursing programs. Qualified vendors must demonstrate capability through three references from educational institutions or commercial customers of similar size and scope, provide comprehensive organizational details and business structure information, and certify compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The proposal submission deadline is March 11, 2026, with proposals posted as of February 15, 2026, and vendors must submit a complete response packet including the proposal form, references, organizational details, Texas Family Code certification, required contract clauses, conflict of interest questionnaire, and confidentiality agreement. Evaluation criteria are contained within the complete RFP solicitation packet and will be used by the District to determine the award.

The RFP solicitation does not specify set-asides for disadvantaged enterprises or restrictions limiting the types of organizations that can respond; however, all vendors must complete a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire as required under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 176 and certify child support compliance under Texas Family Code Section 231.006. No incumbent contractor information or existing technology integration requirements are identified in the procurement documents provided. All proposed solutions must comply with confidentiality requirements protecting student records under FERPA, health information under HIPAA, and information subject to the Texas Public Information Act. The specific contract award value, budget range, contract duration, and renewal options are not disclosed in the available solicitation summary documents, and interested vendors should consult the complete RFP solicitation packet for comprehensive information regarding pricing terms, cost structure, and financial parameters.