RFP 25-017 Implementing Teaching Strategies for Rising Voices Library Professional Development

Implementing Teaching Strategies for Rising Voices Library Professional Development Scope of ServiceThe Bridgeton Public Schools district is seeking a vendor to provide professional development for the implementation of the Rising Voices Library. The Rising Voices Library provides students with a culturally relevant authentic text. The District already has the material needed but will need training on implementing the material in the classroom. The Rising Voices training shall provide:Training on how to build a culture that encourages independent reading Training to ensure students are contemplating what they readTo facilitate culturally responsive teaching Engage students of all backgrounds by providing unique and diverse charactersTraining to challenge students to think deeply while still maintaining the state standards.Training for a maximum of 25 participantsParticipants to include K-5 Teachers of ELA and Social StudiesTraining to be provided as training videos for participants to complete independently during common plannings or preps. Training to include components of books, lessons, and digital resources.   References: All individuals or Agencies shall submit the names of no fewer than two (2) people from currently serviced clients as references.Contract Period:The term of the contract shall be for the 2024-2025 school year. At the Board’s option, the contract may be extended to two (2) additional one (1) year contracts.Coordination of ActivitiesAll Activities for this contract will be coordinated through the office of:Ms. Mary Anne KeyesAssistant Principal at Indian Ave School856-455-8030 contact@example.gov  FEE SCHEDULE – PAYMENT Submit a proposal fee schedule and a sample list of services, along with a complete description of the maximum price for each type of service proposed.  G.  PRESENTATION PACKAGE – Submit with the RFP ResponseThe Bridgeton Public School District seeks from all participating respondents' information that will assist the district in selecting the respondent who will provide the highest quality services at a fair and competitive price. All respondents shall prepare a presentation package to be submitted with the RFP. The Presentation Package shall include at a minimum the following:          I.  Management CriteriaA.  Business OrganizationThe respondent shall submit a full description of the business organization to include, but not be limited to: Name, address, phone, fax, website, e-mail address and other information of the professional firm or individual;An organizational chart noting the names of all principals and partners;Resumes of key staff members; andOther information concerning individuals of the professional firm/agency that would assist the school district in the evaluation process. Qualifications; Relevant ExperienceRespondents shall submit documentation highlighting qualifications and experience they have that will assist the school district in the evaluation and selection process.  II. Technical CriteriaDescription of ServicesList at least at least three (3) projects for which respondent provided the services requested in this RFP:Name and location of the school district or agency for which the services were performed.  Include name, email address and telephone number of the contact person for the project.Provide a description of the program(s).                III. Cost CriteriaFee proposal H.  EVALUATION PROCESS; METHODOLOGY OF AWARDING CONTRACTAll RFP responses are to be evaluated on the basis of whose response is the most advantageous to the district, price and other factors considered, and whose response will provide the highest quality of service at fair and competitive prices.The Board of Education will use a one hundred (100) point system in evaluating all proposals.  The criteria to be evaluated are identified below:    CategoryValue Points   I.Services Requested25 Documented experience providing requested service.Trainer Certifications.      II.Technical Criteria50 Scope of ServiceThe Bridgeton Public Schools district is seeking a vendor to provide professional development for the implementation of the Rising Voices Library. The Rising Voices Library provides students with a culturally relevant authentic text. The District already has the material needed but will need training on implementing the material in the classroom. The Rising Voices training shall provide:Training on how to build a culture that encourages independent reading Training to ensure students are contemplating what they readTo facilitate culturally responsive teaching Engage students of all backgrounds by providing unique and diverse charactersTraining to challenge students to think deeply while still maintaining the state standards.Training for a maximum of 25 participantsParticipants to include K-5 Teachers of ELA and Social StudiesTraining to be provided as training videos for participants to complete independently during common plannings or preps. Training to include components of books, lessons, and digital resources.         III.Cost Criteria25 Fee Proposal