Description
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) seeks proposals to develop and deliver a statewide Clean‑Energy Career Awareness Program for New York students, youths, and teachers. The effort is split into two “pillars”: Pillar 1 – creation of a publicly‑accessible, web‑based repository of open‑source clean‑energy teaching resources; Pillar 2 – design and delivery of professional‑development training for at least 2,000 NY S educators, with a focus on disadvantaged communities. The program provides a total budget of $5.75 million ($750 k for Pillar 1, $5 M for Pillar 2) and anticipates a contract period of roughly three years per pillar, with an optional three‑year extension. NYSERDA requires robust project management, compliance with accessibility and security standards, detailed metrics, and a clear plan for ongoing site maintenance or training support.
• Pillar 1: research, curate, and host OER clean‑energy curriculum; build a mobile‑first website; provide quarterly updates and analytics.
• Pillar 2: develop curriculum, market the program, recruit educators, deliver in‑person/virtual workshops, manage CTLE credits and stipends, and provide post‑training support.
• Mandatory compliance: NY State accessibility (WCAG/Section 508), security scans, AI‑use disclosure, MWBE/SDVOB certifications, and various legal certifications (Executive Order 16, conflict‑of‑interest, etc.).