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Qualitative Research Specialist (Surveys & Focus Groups)

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State & Local

Response Deadline12/02/2026, 11:00:00 PM UTC

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General Info

Agency

South Dakota State Government

NAICS

541990 - All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

Place of Performance

SD, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 26RFP21024.

The full solicitation package (4 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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PostedNov 4

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Response DeadlineDec 2

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12/02/2026, 11:00:00 PM UTCin 28 days

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Performs stakeholder feedback collection and qualitative analysis for prime contractors on South Dakota Department of Education projects. Designs and administers surveys to educators, facilitates and moderates focus groups, and synthesizes qualitative findings to inform program implementation adjustments. Delivers survey instruments, focus group transcripts, and stakeholder feedback reports.

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