Description
The Michigan Department of Education issued an RFP (260000002603) to select a contractor who will provide technical assistance, compliance monitoring, evaluation, and district‑reporting review for the state’s English Learner Program. The contract is for an initial one‑year term with the option for up to six additional one‑year renewals. The award was recommended to Lena Montgomery for $25,020, pending State Administrative Board approval. The solicitation required knowledge of federal and state EL regulations, experience delivering technical assistance to districts, and the ability to develop project plans and staffing structures. Evaluation was based on a technical score (max 100) and price, with the winning bidder scoring 92/100. The work includes:
• Technical assistance to school districts on EL instructional programming
• Compliance monitoring and evaluation of district EL activities
• Review and support of district reporting related to EL populations
• Collaboration with the Special Populations Manager and EL consultant
• Development of project plans, staffing, and deliverable schedules.