Comprehensive School Analysis

The Tennessee Department of Education is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a Comprehensive School Analysis (CSA) contract designed to support Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) schools. The procurement seeks qualified contractors with specialized knowledge in school turnaround to conduct comprehensive analyses for Tennessee schools designated as performing in the lowest 5% based on three-year success rates. Contractors will be required to deliver four primary service increments: Comprehensive School Analysis Report & Development of School Turnaround Plan, Job Embedded Custom Coaching for School Leaders, Job Embedded Professional Development for School Staff, and Job Embedded Custom Teacher Coaching. The analysis must comprehensively cover six critical areas: student academic achievement, leadership effectiveness, curriculum and instruction, professional development, school climate and culture, and operations and organization. The RFQ was posted on July 22, 2025, with a technical response deadline of September 8, 2025, and an anticipated contract award in October 2025. Evaluation will focus on contractors' expertise in school improvement, ability to deliver targeted professional development, and demonstrated experience in transforming low-performing educational environments.

The solicitation appears open to various service providers without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Multiple fee-for-service contracts will be awarded, allowing Local Education Agencies, Public Charter Schools, and State Special Schools to purchase services directly from contractors according to their individual procurement policies. This is not a guaranteed volume contract, meaning actual service utilization will depend on individual agency needs and budgets. Pricing for services will be determined by the awarded contractors, with compensation structured on a per-session or per-service basis. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the services suggests potential significant investment in school improvement efforts. The contract will be administered through Tennessee's Central Procurement Office, with Genell Jordan serving as the Sourcing Account Specialist responsible for solicitation management. Interested parties can access full solicitation details through the state's procurement website or by contacting the specified procurement office.