Academic Excellence for All PreK-12 Implementation

The Vermont Agency of Education (AOE) is issuing an RFP to award one or more contracts for comprehensive strategic planning, implementation design, and operational support of the “Academic Excellence for All” Pre‑K‑12 initiative. The work includes developing a statewide project plan, creating a Vermont Academic Toolkit, delivering professional development and coaching, integrating Safe & Healthy Schools content, and preparing graduation‑requirements implementation protocols. The base contract is for one year starting 1 Jan 2027, with up to three optional one‑year extensions, and the total effort is expected to span up to four years. The award will be statewide, and the selected vendor must collaborate closely with AOE staff and various education stakeholders. • Scope: strategic planning, toolkit design, PD sessions, coaching, safe‑school curriculum integration, graduation‑requirements protocols. • Deliverables: detailed project plan, Vermont Academic Toolkit, professional‑learning events, SHS guidance, monitoring protocols. • Timeline: Bidders’ conference 22 Oct 2026 (optional); questions due 26 Oct 2026; proposal due 20 Nov 2026; contract start 1 Jan 2027; base term 1 yr + up to 3 yr options. • Budget: Not disclosed; typical state education consulting contracts range from $0.5 M to $2 M. • Evaluation: technical qualifications, experience in K‑12 strategic initiatives, ability to meet statutory timelines, and compliance with state/federal requirements.