Postsecondary Workforce Readiness System RFP

Jefferson County Public Schools (Jeffco) is seeking a comprehensive Postsecondary Workforce Readiness (PWR) System through RFP #26939, targeting a software solution for grades 6-12 that supports career exploration, college planning, and work-based learning opportunities. The district requires a robust platform enabling student data tracking, digital portfolio creation, skills development, and postsecondary transition planning with specific functional requirements across data management, accessibility, integration, and technical specifications. Key deliverables include a system supporting approximately 40,000 students in grades 6-12, capable of integrating with existing platforms like Infinite Campus, Common App, and Parchment, and meeting WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards. The evaluation will be comprehensive, with a maximum of 150 points awarded across technical specifications, implementation plan, cost, and overall district fit. Critical proposal deadlines include the submission date of March 7, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Mountain Time, with a proposed implementation timeline spanning July 2025 to May 2027, including technical implementation, pilot rollout, and full district deployment.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The current incumbent vendor is Naviance, and the district requires comprehensive data migration capabilities from this existing system. The operating budget for FY24 is approximately $170,000, with the RFP structured as a base one-year contract with four optional one-year extensions. The system must support diverse user groups including district leadership, IT administrators, school counselors, teachers, work-based learning coordinators, families, and approved postsecondary partners. Vendors will need to provide detailed documentation, potentially including a Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) assessment, demonstrating robust security practices for handling personally identifiable information. The evaluation committee will include representatives from various district departments, ensuring a holistic assessment of potential solutions. While no specific vendor restrictions are noted, the comprehensive technical requirements and security expectations suggest a sophisticated procurement process targeting experienced educational technology providers.