Request for Proposal Guide
This guide empowers state and district leaders to create high-quality Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for curriculum-based professional learning, leading to a more qualified vendor pool, higher-quality bids, and stronger results for teachers and students. With a well-structured RFP, you can make better use of time and resources, ensuring impactful outcomes.
What’s Inside:
- Characteristics of Effective Professional Learning RFPs – Key elements every strong RFP should include to attract relevant and qualified bids.
- Components of Effective Professional Learning RFPs – Maximize alignment to your goals and bring increased clarity to your RFP with these components.
- Steps of an Effective RFP Process – Nine essential steps to guide you through a smooth, efficient RFP process that encourages competitive bids.
- Sample Contract Guidance – Descriptions and reflection questions to help you draft your RFP, including a sample scope of work.
With this guide, you’ll gain practical strategies to build effective RFPs that lead to successful partnerships and impactful professional learning.
Related Resources
Professional Learning Partner Guide
Search a vetted directory of partners by curriculum, professional learning focus, and location to find the best match for your district’s needs.
Framework for High-Quality, Curriculum-Based Professional Learning
Rivet Education’s framework defines the characteristics, types, and structures that construct high-quality, curriculum-aligned professional learning.