Chronic Absenteeism Implementation Support

The Vermont Agency of Education is seeking one or more contractors to provide capacity building and implementation support for chronic absenteeism and attendance management within Vermont schools and districts. The scope of work focuses on three primary objectives: delivering statewide professional learning to develop consistent data management and early intervention practices, facilitating engagement with youth and families regarding draft model attendance procedures, and providing coaching and facilitation for a needs-based pilot program to refine these policies. Bidders are evaluated based on their project approach methodology, qualifications, experience with similar projects, and their ability to meet defined timelines. Preference is given to resident bidders of Vermont, those demonstrating business practices that promote clean energy and address climate change, and those offering a balanced approach of virtual and in-person service delivery. Proposals must be submitted as a single digitally searchable PDF under 40 MB by November 18, 2026. Required documentation includes a technical response, a price quotation form, a certificate of compliance, and at least three professional references from the past 12 months. The contract includes strict adherence to the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and requires the disclosure of any organizational or personal conflicts of interest. For contracts exceeding 250,000 dollars, bidders must provide detailed subcontractor reporting and worker classification compliance in accordance with the Vermont Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Payment terms are Net 30 days upon receipt of an error-free monthly invoice, and contractors must provide a current IRS Form W-9 and a certificate of insurance before work commences.