Equitable Services for ESEA Programs

The State of Iowa, through the Iowa Department of Education, seeks an independent third‑party manager to administer equitable services mandated by the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) for private‑school students and teachers. The contractor will act as a programmatic manager for Local Education Agencies (LEAs) that opt‑in, handling consultation, planning, implementation, documentation, compliance, and fiscal oversight of Title I, Title II, Title III, Title IV, and related ESEA program streams. • Provide consultation and coordination with LEAs and private‑school officials to meet federal equitable‑service requirements. • Manage fiscal responsibilities, including itemized invoicing, sub‑grant administration, and quarterly reporting to the State. • Collect, analyze, and report performance data; produce annual service plans, monthly activity reports, and end‑of‑year evaluations. • Ensure strict compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (FERPA, 2 CFR Part 200, ESEA §§ 8015, 8501) and maintain vendor independence. • Submit separate technical and cost proposals, complete required Form 22, disclose AI usage, and register as an Iowa vendor before payment.