R00B7600021-FY27-21st Fiscal Invoice Analyst

The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) is requesting quotations for a Fiscal Invoice Analyst to support the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program, with proposals due July 24, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. through eMaryland Marketplace Advantage. Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest price after meeting all mandatory requirements.

The position requires a minimum of three years' experience providing fiscal support for state and/or federal grant reimbursement requests, a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field, and proficiency with Microsoft Office suites (Excel, Teams, and SharePoint). Knowledge of EDGAR, Uniform Grants Guidance, and Code of Federal Regulations is mandatory. The role involves invoice review for expenditure reimbursement compliance with federal grant reporting requirements and reconciliation of requests from subgrantees, performed remotely at 40 hours per week with virtual coordination with MSDE at 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Onboarding activities require in-person reporting to the MSDE office in Baltimore.

The contract term runs August 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026, representing an estimated engagement of 1,047 hours (943 hours for invoice review at 90% of work; 104 hours for weekly updates and process improvement collaboration at 10%). The total contract cost may not exceed $38,000 for the full term. Bidders must propose hourly rates aligned to these estimated hours and scope.

Submissions must include a letter of interest, professional resume, two letters of recommendation from professional references (current or former employers, supervisors, or clients), completed Exhibit A bid form with itemized pricing, and W-9 form if applicable. All vendors must acknowledge receipt of Addendum 1 (Q&A) with their proposal. Small, minority, and veteran-owned businesses are encouraged to respond. Questions were due July 14, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.