Inclusionary Practices Technical Assistance Network (IPTN) Facilitation

The Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) is seeking a contractor to expand and mobilize the Inclusionary Practices Technical Assistance Network (IPTN) through Request for Proposals (RFP No. 2026-03). The primary objective of this procurement is to improve inclusion rates for Black students with Individual Education Programs (IEPs) and students with IEPs who have Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). The successful contractor will be responsible for facilitating design team meetings, supporting IPTN member meetings, establishing an IPTN advisory group, and advancing the network's infrastructure. Key qualifications include deep expertise in inclusive education, systems change, implementation science, statewide coordination, and collaborative approaches. The project is scheduled to run from November 17, 2025, through September 30, 2026, with potential renewals through Federal Fiscal Years 2027, 2028, and 2029. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 2, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. PT, with proposals due by 3:00 p.m. PT on September 16, 2025. Bidders must demonstrate comprehensive organizational capacity, communication skills, and the ability to work across diverse educational contexts.

The RFP allows for subcontractor involvement and requires compliance tracking through the State's business diversity management system. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed, the contract intake form suggests opportunities for minority, women-owned, veteran-owned, and small businesses to participate. The total budget for this project will not exceed $240,000, with 100% of funding provided by federal money from the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance number 84.027A (Award H027A250074). Potential bidders must complete several mandatory exhibits, including a Contract Intake Form, Assurances document, and Qualification Affirmations, which require detailed business information and certifications. The procurement covers multiple Washington State counties, including Franklin, Grant, Grays Harbor, Chelan, and Yakima Counties. Contractors must be prepared to comply with federal grant terms and conditions, Americans with Disabilities Act requirements, and provide comprehensive documentation of their work. The contract terms indicate that OSPI reserves the right to evaluate and potentially terminate the contract based on performance and compliance with specified requirements.