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27OECPJ1 | Early College Statewide Growth Plan | RFR

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BD-27-1026-DOE02-DOE01-131184State & Local

Submission Closed07/22/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and the Department of Higher Education are seeking a qualified consultant or firm to develop a comprehensive Statewide Early College Growth Plan. The primary objective is to create an evidence-based roadmap to expand student participation from 10,000 to 100,000 by 2036, utilizing a phased scaling approach of 20,000 and 40,000 students as interim milestones. The selected vendor will be responsible for conducting a current-state gap analysis, designing sustainable funding and governance models, developing policy recommendations, and creating implementation blueprints and regional hub models. The project is structured as a fixed-price engagement with a total contract value not to exceed 500,000 dollars. The contract period runs from the date of issue through June 30, 2027, with an option to renew for an additional 12 months at no extra cost. Key deliverables are due in phases, with the final growth plan expected by April 30, 2027. Evaluation of proposals is based on a weighted point system focusing on project management, technical qualifications, and a demonstrated commitment to racial equity and supplier diversity. Bidders must commit at least 1 percent of the contract value to certified diverse business enterprises and provide a narrative on anti-racist practices. All submissions must be uploaded via the COMMBUYS portal by the July 22, 2026, deadline.

General Info

Consultant to develop Massachusetts Early College Growth Plan for $500,000 by June 2027.

Agency

Massachusetts → DOE02148 - Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

NAICS

541618 - Other Management Consulting Services

Place of Performance

Santilli Highway Everett, MA, 02149, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

BD-27-1026-DOE02-DOE01-131184 Early College Statewide Growth Plan

3 pages · rfp

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BD-27-1026-DOE02-DOE01-131184 - Early College Statewide Growth Plan

3 pages · rfp

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BD-27-1026-DOE02-DOE01-131184: Early College Statewide Growth Plan

3 pages · rfp

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BD-27-1026-DOE02-DOE01-131184: Early College Statewide Growth Plan

3 pages · rfp

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BD-27-1026-DOE02-DOE01-131184: Early College Statewide Growth Plan

3 pages · rfp

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BD-27-1026-DOE02-DOE01-131184: Early College Statewide Growth Plan

3 pages · rfp

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Bid (RFR)

1 page · rfp

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Commonwealth of Massachusetts Standard Contract Form April 2026

34 pages · contract-document

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Evaluation Criteria Scorecard for Solicitation BD-27-1026-DOE02-DOE01-131184

evaluation-criteria-scorecard

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Intellectual Property Rights Terms for Software and Deliverables

5 pages · contract-document

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Massachusetts Early College Statewide Growth Plan Scope Attachment A

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RFR Required Specifications for Information Technology - Revised July 1, 2020

1 page · rfr

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RFR - Required Specifications from OSD

7 pages · rfr

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Supplier Diversity Plan Language

3 pages · special-notice

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Supplier Diversity Program Plan Form

4 pages · supplier-diversity-plan

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27OECPJ1 - Q and A - 7.15.26

2 pages · q-and-a

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Attachment B - General Information Contact Form

1 page · contact-form

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Massachusetts DESE Required Language for Procurements

2 pages · other

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Prompt Pay Discount Form - Commonwealth of Massachusetts

1 page · other

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedJul 8

Solicitation

Response DeadlineJul 22

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

07/22/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyMassachusetts → DOE02148 - Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Contacts1 person available

OfficeSantilli Highway Everett, MA, 02149, USA

Organization / AgencyMassachusetts → DOE02148 - Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Office AddressSantilli Highway Everett, MA, 02149, USA

Contacts

Deborah DahlPurchaser

Full Description

The Commissioners of DESE and of the Department of Higher Education (DHE) seek the services of a qualified consultant or consulting firm to develop a comprehensive Statewide Early College Growth Plan that establishes a practical, evidence-based roadmap for expanding Early College participation from approximately 10,000 students today to 20,000 students, 40,000 students, and ultimately 100,000 students by 2036.