Appalachian Challenge Academy AMP

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Department of Military Affairs has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for an Appalachian Challenge Academy AMP Coordinator position, specifically targeting Montgomery County and surrounding regions in Northeastern, Southeastern, and Central/Southeastern Kentucky. The procurement seeks a qualified individual to serve as an Admissions, Mentoring, and Placement (AMP) Coordinator responsible for recruiting at-risk youth ages 16-18, conducting interviews, maintaining applicant and parent communications, coordinating mentor recruitment and training, and facilitating cadet placements. The position requires approximately 140 hours per month with flexible scheduling and significant in-state travel. Evaluation criteria for the contract include 25 points for previous recruiting experience (minimum five years required), 75 points for qualifications and expertise in youth engagement and report writing, and 60 points for cost proposal. Key deadlines include written questions due by October 23, 2019, and proposals due by November 1, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time, with an anticipated contract term from December 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020.

The contract does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must submit a comprehensive proposal in three sealed parts: technical proposal, cost proposal, and proprietary information, with one original hard copy and three copies on flash drives in Microsoft Word, Excel, or PDF format. The AMP Coordinator will receive an hourly rate for services plus reimbursement for travel expenses according to Kentucky state government travel regulations. The Academy will provide basic administrative and marketing supplies. Vendors must submit a signed solicitation, transmittal letter, required affidavits, and proof of Secretary of State registration. The contract is subject to approval by the Finance and Administration Cabinet Secretary and filing with the Legislative Research Commission's Government Contract Review Committee, with no work commencing until full contract execution. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the contract includes provisions for hourly compensation and travel expense reimbursement, with the potential for a two-year renewal subject to administrative approvals.