RFP 2026-1 - Professional Development, Instructional Coaching, and In-Person Workshops Grades 5-8

The Phillipsburg Board of Education is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive professional‑development services for its middle‑school teachers (grades 5‑8). The work includes job‑embedded instructional coaching and a series of in‑person workshops covering Math, ELA/Social Studies, and Science, all aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. The contract is for a 12‑month term, with workshops scheduled for 12 October 2026 and coaching throughout the 2026‑2027 school year. Vendors must submit a sealed proposal package by 1 Oct 2026, comply with extensive New Jersey statutory requirements, and provide required insurance, bonds, and certifications. • Instructional coaching: in‑class visits, co‑planning, model lessons, data analysis, and vertical articulation. • In‑person workshops: full‑day and half‑day sessions on Math, ELA/Social Studies, and Science, with sample agendas and presenter qualifications required. • Mandatory compliance: ADA, anti‑bullying, background checks, debarment, insurance, and possible bid‑bond (up to $20 k). • Deliverables: coaching model description, workshop materials, evaluation plan, references (≥ 3), and all statutory forms.