ESA+ Scholarship Family Support Services

The State Education Assistance Authority (SEAA) of North Carolina is seeking a nonprofit organization to provide comprehensive family‑support services for the ESA+ Scholarship Program. The contractor will assist parents in navigating scholarship applications, educate families on eligible expenses, collect and report performance data, and coordinate with SEAA staff on communications and timelines. The contract is for an initial two‑year term with two optional two‑year renewals and may include up‑to‑180‑day extensions. Proposals must be submitted electronically by September 30, 2026; questions are due by September 14, 2026; award is expected October 14, 2026. • Scope: One‑on‑one parent/family support, scholarship education, application assistance, data collection/reporting, coordination with SEAA. • Deliverables: Support strategy, documentation assistance, regular progress reports, collaborative materials, timeline management. • Duration: 2‑year base term (possible extensions). • Eligibility: Must be a North Carolina‑registered nonprofit in good standing; must comply with E‑Verify and state/federal employment statutes. • Evaluation: Best‑value trade‑off method considering cost, experience, technical approach, and financial stability.