RFP for the design, development, implementation, and transition of a STEM career exposure resource hub, digital repository, and communications toolkit. Proposals are due by July 9, 2026, at 1:00 PM. The estimated budget is $60,000. The project includes website development, digital repository creation, a CMS, video library, resource centers for educators and families, and a communications toolkit. Mandatory qualifications include licensure in Michigan, demonstrated experience, ADA/Section 508 compliance, and ability to transfer intellectual property. Evaluation criteria include experience, approach, team qualifications, and cost-effectiveness.
Final website deliverables are due by September 15, 2026, and all project deliverables, training, and transition activities must be completed no later than September 25, 2026.
Invoices for service will be paid within 30 days of receipt. Invoices for service will be paid within 30 days of receipt.
Proposals will be scored on relevant experience (25%), quality of proposed approach (35%), capacity of team qualifications (20%), and cost-effectiveness (20%). The proposal determined to be most advantageous may be selected regardless of whether it represents the lowest cost.
Proposers must affirm current licensure in Michigan, demonstrated experience in similar platforms, ability to ensure ADA and Section 508 compliance, and no record of default or terminated contracts within the past five years.
Should the contractor fail to correct a project deficiency, they will be barred from further engagements with the school district for a period of five years.
Contacting Bay-Arenac ISD personnel other than Jennifer Socha may be grounds for elimination from the selection process.
The proposed budget, including all expenses, should not exceed $60,000. Proposed budget, including all expenses, should not exceed 60, 000.
