The Tennessee Department of Education is seeking applications for a grant contract to support the state's efforts in meeting federally established targets for Indicator 13 (Secondary Transition) and Indicator 14 (Post-School Outcomes) for students with disabilities. The awarded grantee will be responsible for data collection, analysis, compliance monitoring, and reporting related to these indicators. This includes reviewing student IEP transition plans for compliance, conducting systemic reviews, distributing and analyzing the Indicator 14 post-school outcomes survey, and developing statewide reports. The total budget for this five-year grant contract is $1,750,**** must be submitted via email by April 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM CT.
The application deadline is April 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM CT. The proposed contract start date is May 18, 2026, and the contract end date is June 30, 2031.
The grantee shall be reimbursed for actual, reasonable, and necessary costs based upon the grant budget, not to exceed the maximum liability of $1,750,**** shall be submitted at least quarterly but no more often than monthly, with all necessary supporting documentation, to idea. invoices@tn. gov.
The overall score of the application, based on the review criteria and rubric, will serve as the basis for selection.
Applicants must submit a detailed proposal addressing all components of the scope of services and deliverables outlined in the grant contract. The scoring rubric in Attachment A details the criteria for evaluation, including project management and implementation capacity, experience and qualifications, and accountability and data quality.
If the grantee fails to properly perform its obligations or violates any terms of the grant contract, the state has the right to immediately terminate the contract and withhold payments. The grantee shall not be relieved of liability for damages sustained by virtue of any breach.
Written questions regarding the Request for Applications are due by April 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM CT. The state's response to written questions and comments will be provided by April 22, 2026.
The budget for this project is $1,750,**** for a five-year grant contract term.