Substitute Staffing

Lakewood Board of Education is seeking a qualified vendor to provide substitute teachers and paraprofessionals on an as‑needed basis for all district schools. The contract is a three‑year fixed‑price agreement (Sept 1 2026 – Jun 30 2029) with optional renewals up to five years total, and it requires integration with the district’s Frontline Absence Management system and data export to SYSTEMS3000. Bidders must submit a sealed envelope by May 13 2026, include a 10 % bid bond (max $20 k), meet extensive insurance and compliance certifications, and maintain high fill‑rate performance metrics. • Scope: Daily & long‑term substitute teachers and paraprofessional placements, estimated ~6,800 full‑day teacher assignments and ~160 paraprofessional days in FY 2026‑27. • Technical: Must support Frontline scheduling workflow and provide weekly reporting compatible with SYSTEMS3000 payroll. • Compliance: Numerous certifications (ownership, non‑collusion, Iran/Russia disclosures, political contributions, insurance, workers’ comp, etc.) and strict fill‑rate performance (100 % for advance absences, ≥ 90 % average). • Financial: Daily rates range $65‑$155 all‑inclusive; estimated first‑year spend ≈ $1.86 M, total contract value likely $5‑7 M.