Secondary School Counseling Support

The provided RFP (Request for Proposal) document is from the Procurement Division of Knox County, Tennessee, for the provision of Secondary School Counseling Support services. Here is a summary of the key points: **Proposal Submission:** * Proposals must be received by 2:00 p.m. on May 13, 2026. * Late proposals will not be considered or returned. * Proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope with the company name, proposal number, proposal name, and proposal closing date. * Two hard copies and one electronic copy of the proposal must be submitted. **Evaluation Criteria:** * The evaluation criteria can be found in Section 3.14 of the document. * Award will be made to the most responsive, responsible proposer meeting specifications and presenting the product(s) and/or service(s) that is in the best interest of Knox County. **Contract Terms:** * The contract will be for an initial one-year term with the option to extend for four additional one-year terms. * The contract may be terminated by Knox County with or without cause upon 30 days' written notice. * The contractor must maintain all books, documents, and accounting records related to the contract for five years. **Responsibilities and Obligations:** * The contractor must provide secondary school counseling support services as specified in the RFP. * The contractor must comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations. * The contractor must not engage in any discriminatory practices and must comply with the Fair Wage and Hour Laws, the National Labor Relations Act, and other federal and state employment laws. **Payment and Pricing:** * Payment will be made via purchase order. * The contractor must provide a detailed breakdown of costs and pricing. * Knox County reserves the right to negotiate prices and terms. **Other Requirements:** * The contractor must register with the Knox County Procurement Division prior to submitting a proposal. * The contractor must provide proof of financial and business capability. * The contractor must comply with the Knox County Non-Conflict of Interest Policy. Overall, the RFP document outlines the requirements and expectations for the provision of secondary school counseling support services, including the proposal submission process, evaluation criteria, contract terms, and responsibilities and obligations of the contractor.