Iowa GROWS Program Evaluator

The State of Iowa, through its Department of Administrative Services, is issuing a Request for Proposals to hire an external evaluator for the Iowa GROWS program. The evaluator will be responsible for collecting, reviewing, and analyzing data associated with the State Personnel Development Grant to assess program effectiveness, outcomes, and compliance. Deliverables include a comprehensive evaluation plan, periodic progress reports, a final analysis report with recommendations, and any required data visualizations or presentations. The contract will be awarded to a qualified firm or individual with demonstrated experience in program evaluation, data analysis, and public‑sector reporting. • Scope: Data collection, quantitative & qualitative analysis, reporting for a state‑wide personnel development grant. • Required expertise: Program evaluation, statistical analysis, familiarity with Iowa state grant reporting requirements. • Timeline: Proposal submission by 11/12/2026; contract period not specified (likely 6‑12 months of work). • Location: Work can be performed remotely but may require occasional interaction with Iowa state officials. • Budget: Not disclosed; typical state evaluation contracts range from $75K‑$150K.