RIDE Instructional Coaching

The Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) is seeking proposals from qualified professional learning vendors to construct and facilitate an Instructional Coaching Corps. The primary objective is to provide professional learning and training that supports the effective implementation of instructional coaching using high-leverage instructional strategies and high-quality curriculum materials. Vendors must develop comprehensive professional development programs that enhance instructional practices across educational settings. The Request for Proposals (RFP) requires respondents to submit detailed technical and cost proposals electronically through the Ocean State Procures system. The solicitation opens on September 4, 2024, at 3:00 PM EDT and closes on October 2, 2024, at 3:00 PM EDT, with a vendor Q&A period running from September 4 to September 16, 2024. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical merit, cost, and ISBE participation rates, with the lowest cost proposal receiving 100% of available cost points. The initial contract period will run from approximately October 2024 through June 30, 2025, with the potential for up to five additional 12-month renewal periods contingent on vendor performance and funding availability.

The RFP strongly encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs), Women Business Enterprises (WBEs), and Disability Business Enterprises (DisBEs), collectively referred to as Issuance Small Business Enterprises (ISBEs). Vendors must submit a proposed ISBE participation rate as part of their proposal, and points will be awarded based on this proposed utilization. Insurance requirements are specific and comprehensive, including $1,000,000 in general liability, $100,000 in workers compensation, $1,000,000 in automobile liability, and $2,000,000 in professional liability coverage. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the solicitation indicates that the contract award will be based on the vendor offering the best overall value to the state. Though an exact contract value is not specified, the RFP suggests that funding is subject to the availability of appropriated funds. Vendors must complete various certification forms, including a Supplemental Bidder Attestation Form and ISBE participation documentation, and must register in the Ocean State Procures system to submit a proposal.