Description
The Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE) is seeking a research organization to serve as an independent evaluator and analytics partner for the Colorado Work-Integrated Learning (CO-WIL) Consortium Pilot Program. The selected Offeror will design and implement a rigorous evaluation framework, provide actionable insights, and deliver a comprehensive final report and toolkit. The work will focus on five key areas: generating evidence on the impact of industry-sponsored Work-Integrated Learning projects, building standardized measurement methods, developing policy recommendations, enabling replication, and supporting continuous improvement. Key deliverables include a baseline data collection and analysis report, a risk management plan, strategic recommendations, an impact measurement and evaluation framework, and a national blueprint and toolkit.
• The CO-WIL Consortium Pilot Program aims to develop and embed Project-Based Learning in curriculum for students across Colorado's higher education landscape.
• The program will prioritize Rural institutions and underserved student populations, leveraging coordinated infrastructure, shared resources, and industry partnerships.
• The selected Offeror will work with the Colorado Commission on Higher Education, institutions, and stakeholders to develop evidence-based recommendations and a comprehensive evaluation framework.
• The contract term is anticipated to begin on May 18, 2026, and end on March 31, 2029, with a budget not exceeding $575,000 over the three-year term.