RFP 024-003 Certified Substitute Services

Manchester Public Schools (MPS) sought a vendor to supply certified substitute‑teacher services on an as‑needed basis for Pre‑K through 12 classrooms across the district. The contract runs from July 1 2024 to June 30 2026, with the possibility of two one‑year extensions. Vendors must be able to fill a substitute request within 24 hours, maintain a minimum 90 % daily fill‑rate (original requirement; the addendum removed the explicit target but the expectation remains), and handle all payroll, benefits, workers’ compensation, and background‑check obligations. Compensation is based on MPS’s base daily rates ($120 regular, $137 long‑term) plus a vendor‑specified percentage markup; no separate travel or mileage fees are reimbursable. The awarded vendor, Focused Staffing Group, will provide an automated reporting/billing system and a designated key contact. Insurance and living‑wage compliance are required. • Provide certified substitute teachers (Pre‑K‑12) with 24‑hour response time. • Payment = base daily rate + vendor markup; minimum 3.75 hours billed per day. • Vendor responsible for all employee taxes, benefits, insurance, and background‑check compliance.