System Point of Entry Services – DESE

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) numbered RFPS3003402401713 for System Point of Entry Services across Clark County and Jefferson City jurisdictions. The solicitation seeks vendors to provide entry-level support services for families and children requiring special education services. The contract period will run from the effective date through June 30, 2025, with proposals due by March 13, 2024, at 2:00 PM CDT. The RFP requires vendors to submit responses electronically through the MissouriBUYS system, with supporting documentation including a SPOE Map, Historical SPOE Data for FY23, and a Sample Cost Breakdown spreadsheet. Vendors must review and accept all solicitation documents prior to submission and ensure timely electronic or hard copy response. The delivery location is specified as the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Special Education Finance division in Jefferson City, Missouri, with payment terms set at Net 45 Days and delivery terms of Free On Board Destination.

No specific set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or incumbent vendor information are explicitly outlined in the solicitation documents. The RFP does not provide a defined estimated total contract value or specific budget range for the System Point of Entry Services. While the solicitation is open to all vendors, no particular organizational restrictions are noted. The contract appears designed to support special education service entry processes across multiple Missouri jurisdictions, with a focus on providing initial support and navigation for families seeking special education resources. Potential vendors should carefully review the attached supporting documentation, including the SPOE Map and Historical SPOE Data, to understand the full scope of services required and prepare a comprehensive proposal that meets DESE's specific needs for system point of entry support.