RFP Substitute Services 26-27(opens in new window)

The Berlin Borough Board of Education is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive substitute‑staffing services for the 2026‑27 school year. The contractor will supply substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and other certified and non‑certified staff on an as‑needed basis, manage recruitment, credentialing, training, and operate an online placement/absentee‑management system. The contract runs for one year with the possibility of annual renewals up to five years, subject to funding and a 30‑day termination clause. Evaluation will be based on qualifications, experience, and price (50 % weight). • Provide substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, custodians, secretaries, and other staff across all district schools. • Manage recruitment, credentialing, training, and a web‑based placement system with automated time‑clock. • Submit a competitive fee proposal covering hourly/daily rates for multiple staff categories; price carries 50 % of the evaluation score.