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The West Bolivar Consolidated School District (WBCSD) is seeking competitive proposals for comprehensive professional development services for the 2025-2026 school year, targeting K-12 education across multiple subject areas. The procurement covers professional services for core courses including English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies, with additional focus areas such as technology, leadership, instructional support, exceptional education, English language learners, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), student tutorials, ACT, and ACT WorkKeys. Vendors must demonstrate at least five years of experience and proven success in professional development, with a requirement to submit three professional references and evidence of coaching effectiveness. The evaluation criteria will assess price reasonability, strategy customization, previous successful outcomes, coaching effectiveness, and overall impact on educational practices and student learning. The RFP was advertised on June 16, 2025, with proposals due by June 30, 2025, and a project start date of July 31, 2025, running through June 30, 2026. The district's key objectives include achieving 10-20% increases in proficiency and growth across various assessments, including MAAP and ACT.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The number of professional development days will be determined by individual school needs and budgets, suggesting flexibility in contract implementation. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the comprehensive nature of the professional development services implies a substantial investment in educational improvement. The RFP is specifically focused on the West Bolivar Consolidated School District located in Rosedale, Mississippi, spanning jurisdictions including Calhoun County and Shaw City. Potential contractors should be prepared to provide evidence-based coaching and support, with potential preference given to vendors with ACT-certified personnel. The procurement appears to be open to qualified professional development service providers who can demonstrate a track record of successfully improving educational outcomes and supporting comprehensive instructional strategies.