Test RFP

The Test RFP, solicitation number 123-1234, is issued by Nola Public Schools on behalf of the Orleans Parish School Board in Louisiana. The solicitation was posted on October 13, 2026, with a response deadline of October 24, 2026. The primary point of contact for this opportunity is Person Name. A bid bond is required as a surety guarantee that the selected bidder will enter into a contract with the board. A significant portion of the contract requirements focuses on Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) compliance. Proposers for professional services must submit DBE Responsiveness Forms 1 and 2 by the submission deadline, including certification letters from approved agencies such as the Louisiana Unified Certification Program or the City of New Orleans. Documentation must include the names, addresses, and dollar amount commitments for all participating DBE firms, along with written confirmation of their participation. If target goals are not met, bidders must provide written evidence of Good Faith Efforts, such as proof of consulting business registries and notifications sent to potential DBE subcontractors. Contract administration requires strict adherence to reporting and invoicing schedules. Prime contractors are required to submit combined monthly DBE compliance reports along with their monthly pay applications or by the 14th day of the following month. Subcontractors must provide their individual reports to the prime contractor by the 7th day of the month. Failure to submit these reports accurately and on time may result in the proposer being deemed non-responsive. Contractors must also certify compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action provisions through a Monthly Contractor Compliance Certification.