Re-Post Paraprofessional Staffing Service Bid No. 2026-0002

Rockdale County Public Schools (RCPS) in Georgia has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP No. 2026-0002) for Paraprofessional Staffing Services to secure a vendor capable of providing comprehensive staffing support for their school district. The procurement seeks a vendor to fill vacant paraprofessional positions and provide substitute personnel, with the current district employing approximately 320 paraprofessionals working on a 185-day calendar. Required qualifications include candidates who are eligible for a paraprofessional certificate and capable of passing annual criminal background checks, with specific duties spanning various educational settings including PBIS, ESOL, and Special Education classrooms. The evaluation process will utilize a point-based system: 300 points for company qualifications and experience, 400 points for methodology/operations, and 300 points for pricing, with an additional potential 5 points for local preference. The RFP was released on September 15, 2025, with proposals due on October 9, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. ET, and the contract will be structured for one base year with four potential one-year renewal options at the sole discretion of the Superintendent.

The solicitation emphasizes non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity, with vendors required to comply with state regulations including O.C.G.A. 13-10-91 regarding employment eligibility verification. Vendors must submit various compliance documents, including affidavits for employment verification and non-discrimination statements. The district expects the selected vendor to offer a competitive benefits package comparable to direct hires, with weekly or semi-monthly pay recommended. While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly mentioned, the RFP indicates that all vendors must provide proof of insurance within five business days of receiving a letter of intent. The district is tax-exempt and currently has approximately 2,300 full-time employees, suggesting a substantial potential service volume. Although specific budget ranges were not detailed, the comprehensive staffing requirements and district size indicate a potentially significant contract value for the selected paraprofessional staffing service provider.