IEP Project for Children with I/DD

The State of Colorado, through the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council (CDDC), is seeking an organization or individual to deliver an Individual Education Plan (IEP) advocacy training program for families of children with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD). The goal is to educate at least 150 families statewide (pre‑K through grade 12) on best‑practice tools for advocating effectively for their child’s IEP, covering legal obligations, IEP cycle, self‑advocacy, and related topics. The award is funded by a federal grant of $1,170,702 (100% federal) and will be administered via a purchase order with an anticipated term ending September 30 2027, with possible renewal up to four years. The contractor must provide quarterly reports, a final report, and meet match/cost‑share requirements (typically 25% unless in high‑poverty areas). Proposals are limited to eight pages and must be submitted electronically by November 13 2026. • Minimum 150 families statewide to be served (virtual, in‑person, hybrid). • Training content includes IEP legal framework, advocacy vocabulary, student self‑advocacy, and risk mitigation. • Deliverables: training modules, evaluation data collection, quarterly spending reports, final outcomes report. • Funding: $1.17 M total grant; reimbursement up to 75% (or 90% in high‑poverty areas). • Mandatory pre‑bid conference (optional) on Oct 15 2026; questions due Oct 23 2026. • Contract term through 9/30/2027, possible extension up to four years.