RFP 25-017 Implementing Teaching Strategies for Rising Voices Library Professional Development

Implementing Teaching Strategies for Rising Voices Library Professional Development Scope of Service The Bridgeton Public Schools district is seeking a vendor to provide professional development for the implementation of the Rising Voices Library. The Rising Voices Library provides students with a culturally relevant authentic text. The District already has the material needed but will need training on implementing the material in the classroom. The Rising Voices training shall provide: Training on how to build a culture that encourages independent reading Training to ensure students are contemplating what they read To facilitate culturally responsive teaching Engage students of all backgrounds by providing unique and diverse characters Training to challenge students to think deeply while still maintaining the state standards. Training for a maximum of 25 participants Participants to include K-5 Teachers of ELA and Social Studies Training to be provided as training videos for participants to complete independently during common plannings or preps. Training to include components of books, lessons, and digital resources. References: All individuals or Agencies shall submit the names of no fewer than two (2) people from currently serviced clients as references. Contract Period: The term of the contract shall be for the 2024-2025 school year. At the Board’s option, the contract may be extended to two (2) additional one (1) year contracts. Coordination of Activities All Activities for this contract will be coordinated through the office of: Ms. Mary Anne Keyes Assistant Principal at Indian Ave School 856-455-8030 ext.1700 mkeyes@bridgeton.k12.nj.us FEE SCHEDULE – PAYMENT Submit a proposal fee schedule and a sample list of services, along with a complete description of the maximum price for each type of service proposed. G. PRESENTATION PACKAGE – Submit with the RFP Response The Bridgeton Public School District seeks from all participating respondents' information that will assist the district in selecting the respondent who will provide the highest quality services at a fair and competitive price. All respondents shall prepare a presentation package to be submitted with the RFP. The Presentation Package shall include at a minimum the following: I. Management Criteria A. Business Organization The respondent shall submit a full description of the business organization to include, but not be limited to: Name, address, phone, fax, website, e-mail address and other information of the professional firm or individual; An organizational chart noting the names of all principals and partners; Resumes of key staff members; and Other information concerning individuals of the professional firm/agency that would assist the school district in the evaluation process. Qualifications; Relevant Experience Respondents shall submit documentation highlighting qualifications and experience they have that will assist the school district in the evaluation and selection process. II. Technical Criteria Description of Services List at least at least three (3) projects for which respondent provided the services requested in this RFP: Name and location of the school district or agency for which the services were performed. Include name, email address and telephone number of the contact person for the project. Provide a description of the program(s). III. Cost Criteria Fee proposal H. EVALUATION PROCESS; METHODOLOGY OF AWARDING CONTRACT All RFP responses are to be evaluated on the basis of whose response is the most advantageous to the district, price and other factors considered, and whose response will provide the highest quality of service at fair and competitive prices. The Board of Education will use a one hundred (100) point system in evaluating all proposals. The criteria to be evaluated are identified below: Category Value Points I. Services Requested 25 Documented experience providing requested service. Trainer Certifications. II. Technical Criteria 50 Scope of Service The Bridgeton Public Schools district is seeking a vendor to provide professional development for the implementation of the Rising Voices Library. The Rising Voices Library provides students with a culturally relevant authentic text. The District already has the material needed but will need training on implementing the material in the classroom. The Rising Voices training shall provide: Training on how to build a culture that encourages independent reading Training to ensure students are contemplating what they read To facilitate culturally responsive teaching Engage students of all backgrounds by providing unique and diverse characters Training to challenge students to think deeply while still maintaining the state standards. Training for a maximum of 25 participants Participants to include K-5 Teachers of ELA and Social Studies Training to be provided as training videos for participants to complete independently during common plannings or preps. Training to include components of books, lessons, and digital resources. III. Cost Criteria 25 Fee Proposal