Secondary Schools Alternative Programs Grades 6-12

The Christina School District in Delaware is seeking a vendor to operate a comprehensive Secondary Schools Alternative Program for grades 6-12, targeting approximately 100 students who require individualized educational and social-emotional interventions. The Request for Proposals (RFP) seeks a provider capable of delivering academic, behavioral, and social skill support for both regular and special education students. Vendor requirements include maintaining appropriate staffing with at least two special education teachers and Delaware-certified teachers for core subjects, with the district providing supplemental support staff such as a secretary, SRO/constable, facilities/custodial staff, and food service workers. Evaluation criteria will assess the vendor's qualifications across five key areas: proven ability to provide qualified staffing (25%), staff stability and organizational capacity (25%), demonstrated experience and references (20%), curriculum and student/family services (20%), and cost (10%). Critical procurement dates include February 25, 2025, for question submissions, March 11, 2025, for question responses, and March 25, 2025, as the proposal due date, with an estimated award notification by June 30, 2025. The contract term is one year with two optional one-year renewal periods, and the selected vendor will be provided space within a district building.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were mentioned in the RFP documentation. The program will require the vendor to align with district curriculum standards and provide comprehensive educational interventions. While no incumbent vendor was identified, the district will provide existing infrastructure, including a dedicated space within a district building and supplemental support staff. Specific budget details were not explicitly stated in the available documentation, though the procurement appears focused on delivering a comprehensive alternative education program rather than a high-dollar contract. The RFP notably does not require a bid bond or performance bond, which may indicate flexibility in the procurement process. The selected vendor will be responsible for creating a program that supports students needing alternative educational approaches, with an emphasis on individualized academic, behavioral, and social skill development across grades 6-12.