STEM Plan Implementation Support Contractor

The High Desert Education Service District (HDESD) is seeking a contractor to lead an accelerated six-month foundation phase to jumpstart the 2026-2032 Oregon STEM Education Plan. The primary objective is to establish statewide governance, facilitate the STEM Hub network, and develop a foundational measurement framework and five-year implementation roadmap. Key deliverables include a documented Shared Measurement Framework, a comprehensive communications plan targeting K-12, postsecondary, workforce, and tribal partners, and operational guidance for the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) and regional partners. The project is funded through STEM Network Development Funds via the ODE, with a maximum contract value of 100,000 dollars. The contract is scheduled to begin within two weeks of the December 7, 2026 selection notification, with a draft implementation plan due by March 31, 2027, and all deliverables completed by June 30, 2027. Ideal candidates must demonstrate expertise in STEM education ecosystems, shared measurement design, and experience facilitating regional education networks, with a preference for those familiar with both urban and rural Oregon counties. Proposals are evaluated on a 100-point scale focusing on technical qualifications, methodology, scope completeness, cost value, and professional capacity. All submissions must be delivered as a single PDF by November 20, 2026, and must include a detailed project management plan, budget, and AI tool disclosure if applicable.