Pupil Centered Funding Plan (PCFP) Effectiveness - Competency Based Education

The Nevada Department of Education is seeking a consultant to conduct a comprehensive study on competency-based education funding through solicitation 30DOE-S3449. The project aims to review policy strategies, convene stakeholder meetings, create a cost model estimating per-pupil funding impact, and develop recommendations for implementing a Pupil Centered Funding Plan (PCFP) within Nevada's current K-12 funding model. Key deliverables include a detailed report analyzing potential implementation strategies and funding implications. The evaluation process will score proposals across five weighted categories: demonstrated competence (20%), education funding methodology experience (20%), RFP conformance (20%), key personnel expertise (20%), and cost factor (20%), with an additional 5% preference for Nevada-based businesses. The solicitation was released on August 18, 2025, with proposals due by September 26, 2025, and an anticipated contract start date in November 2025 following Clerk of the Board approval. Vendors must submit comprehensive proposals through the NevadaEPro platform, adhering to strict submission guidelines and requirements.

The procurement appears open to various consulting firms and independent contractors, with no specific set-aside designations mentioned. Vendors must meet comprehensive insurance requirements, including $2,000,000 in Commercial General Liability, $1,000,000 in Automobile Liability, statutory Workers' Compensation, and $1,000,000 in Professional Liability insurance. The total estimated project value is $35,000.00, with the contract structured as a one-year term for an independent contractor. Prospective bidders must complete a detailed reference questionnaire and provide certification regarding lobbying activities. The contract includes provisions for electronic payment within 45-60 days and requires compliance with numerous federal and state regulations. Vendors must be prepared to provide detailed documentation, maintain appropriate insurance coverage, and demonstrate expertise in education funding methodologies and policy analysis.