Nonprofit Corporations and Charities Training Program

The Washington Office of the Secretary of State, Corporations and Charities Division is soliciting a contractor to implement a comprehensive statewide training program for charitable nonprofit organizations from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2029. The program focuses on board governance, finance, and regulatory issues, utilizing a mix of virtual, in-person, and self-directed training. Key requirements include the maintenance of a resource website, engagement with rural communities, and collaboration with the agency on future educational needs. The total contract value is capped at a maximum of 2,500,000 dollars for the five-year term. Award selection is based on a trade-off approach evaluating technical proposals, management capabilities, and cost, with additional preferences given to small and diverse businesses under Executive Order 18-03. The successful contractor must adhere to strict insurance standards, including commercial general liability of 2 million dollars per occurrence, and comply with Washington State IT security policies. Performance is monitored through post-training surveys and engagement metrics, with the agency retaining final authority for the inspection and acceptance of all deliverables. Special provisions mandate the stability of key personnel and require the contractor to provide transition assistance for 60 days upon the conclusion of the agreement.