Leadership Internship Grant Program

The Leadership Internship Grant Program is a state-level procurement issued by the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) seeking to provide stipends for administrative intern release time across multiple Washington counties. The contract will be awarded solely to the Washington School Principals' Education Foundation (AWSP), which has been implementing the program since July 2023. The primary objective is to support administrative interns, including superintendents, principals, and program administrators, through financial support for their professional development and training experiences. Key requirements for the contractor include established relationships with experienced Washington principals, principal preparation programs, and the ability to provide intern stipends. The procurement covers numerous Washington jurisdictions, including Franklin, Grant, Chelan, Yakima, and over 40 other counties and municipalities. The solicitation was posted on November 22, 2024, with capability statements from potential contractors due by 3:00 pm on December 17, 2024. The contract period will run from December 2024 through June 30, 2025.

The sole source notification indicates that AWSP is uniquely qualified for this contract due to its long-standing relationship with OSPI, having co-developed the program's processes since 1993 and maintaining established partnerships with college and university training institutions. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the documentation. The total contract value is $79,807, with intern stipends ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 per recipient. The funding will be provided through state dollars, and the contract is specifically focused on supporting the release time for administrative interns participating in leadership training programs. AWSP will be responsible for managing the distribution of stipends and ensuring the program's continued success. The contract includes specific ADA compliance requirements for graphics and colors, suggesting a comprehensive approach to program implementation and reporting.