EXTERNAL EVALUATION FOR FUTURE FOCUSED ON STEM (FFS), A NJ 21ST CENTURY COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTERS PROGRAM

The Passaic Public School District seeks a qualified organization to conduct an external, mixed‑method evaluation of its Future Focused on STEM (FFS) program, a component of the NJ 21st Century Community Learning Centers. The evaluator must collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to determine whether the program meets its objectives, operates efficiently, and has a meaningful impact on students, families, and the community. The contract runs from October 1 2026 to August 31 2027, with the possibility of up to two one‑year extensions. Deliverables include a comprehensive evaluation report, quarterly progress updates, data dashboards, and actionable recommendations for program improvement. The district requires a team with at least five years of education‑sector experience, a PhD‑level lead, advanced statistical expertise, familiarity with NJ public schools, and the ability to produce bilingual (English/Spanish) materials. Proposals are due electronically by September 25 2026, 11:00 AM; questions must be submitted by September 18 2026. • Mixed‑method (qualitative + quantitative) evaluation of the FFS STEM program. • Contract period: Oct 1 2026 – Aug 31 2027 (11 months) with optional extensions. • Required qualifications: 5+ years education consulting, PhD lead, advanced stats, NJ school experience, FERPA compliance, Spanish fluency preferred. • Deliverables: final evaluation report, quarterly updates, data visualizations, recommendations, bilingual summaries. • Submission: electronic PDF via district e‑procurement portal by 11:00 AM Sep 25 2026; questions due Sep 18 2026. • Payment: quarterly invoicing.