Competency Based Education Consultant

Bay de Noc Community College has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Competency Based Education (CBE) Consultant, seeking professional services to support the expansion of CBE programming across the institution. The procurement opportunity is located in Delta County, specifically involving Edmore Village in Michigan, with proposals due by August 26, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. ET. The selected consultant will be responsible for conducting a comprehensive range of services including a student and community needs survey, reviewing existing CBE courses, evaluating Higher Learning Commission (HLC) compliance, and collaborating with faculty to define CBE course standards. Key deliverables include hosting workshops, providing recommendations for expanding CBE offerings, and developing implementation and communication strategies. The college will evaluate proposals using a 100-point scoring system, with 20 points allocated to each of the following categories: expertise and experience, higher education understanding, project results, overall suitability, and fee proposal. The project timeline anticipates potential firm presentations on September 12, 2025, with final firm selection by September 19, 2025, and project completion expected by August 1, 2026.

The RFP does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Proposers must submit one original and two copies of their proposal, including a detailed scope of services, cost breakdown, qualifications, references, and business philosophy. Vendors are required to provide evidence of comprehensive insurance coverage, including general liability, worker's compensation, property damage, and business automobile liability. Additionally, bidders must complete supplementary documentation including an Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification, a Company Profile form, and a Familial Disclosure Form, which outline specific compliance requirements and potential disqualification criteria. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the consulting services suggests a significant professional services contract. Bay de Noc Community College reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and emphasizes an equal opportunity and non-discriminatory selection process focused on student and community success.