BV2526-003/ Nursing Exam Preparation Services

Location:	West Virginia
Posted:	Mar 11, 2026
Agency:	West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission
Type of Contract:	Awards
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	Q - Medical Services
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

BV2526‐003

NURSING EXAM PREPARATION SERVICES

Table of Contents

General Information and Standard Terms and Conditions

Eligibility Requirements

Background Information

Scope of Services

Respondent Responses and Evaluation Criteria

Additional Information

Section 1

Section 2

Section 3

Section 4

Section 5

Section 6

Exhibits:

Exhibit A

Exhibit B

Exhibit C

Exhibit D

Exhibit E

Exhibit F

Exhibit G

Exhibit H

Designated Contact

Addendum Acknowledgement

WV-96 Addendum to Vendor’s Standard Contractual Forms

Purchasing Affidavit

Debarment Certification

W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification

WV-1 Vendor Registration and Disclosure Statement

Guidelines for Vendors for Bid Submissions via Email

QUESTIONS WILL BE RECEIVED THROUGH 02/03/2026, 5:00 p.m. EST

PROPOSALS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL 02/10/2026, 12:00 p.m. EST

SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION AND STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1.1. OVERVIEW

BridgeValley Community & Technical College (“the College”) is seeking proposals from

qualified vendors to provide NCLEX-focused nursing testing and exam preparation services

aligned with the BridgeValley Nursing Program curriculum. The selected vendor shall

deliver a comprehensive review and testing solution designed to strengthen clinical

judgment, reinforce nursing content, and increase first-attempt pass rates for the NCLEX-

RN examination.

1.2. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

01/20/2026

Release of RFP

01/27/2026, 5:00 p.m. EST Question Deadline

02/03/2026, 5:00 p.m. EST Addendum/Response to Questions

02/10/2026, 12:00 p.m. EST Proposals Due

02/10/2026, 1:00 p.m. EST Bids Publicly Opened and Read Allowed

02/24/2026

Target Award Date

1.3. Respondent Point of Contact

The Respondent, or anyone on the Respondent’s behalf, is not permitted to contact any

member of the College’s Board of Governors or College personnel as it relates to the requested

services or terms and conditions set forth in this solicitation. Violation of this clause may result

in bid disqualification. The Respondent is the sole contact for all inquiries after the solicitation

has been released for bid.

All inquiries regarding the specifications or proposal submission must be submitted in

writing, by the Question Deadline, to: Justa Atha, Justa.Atha@bridgevalley.edu. The

subject line of all communications must reference: RFP BV2526‐003.

Revisions to this solicitation will be made by an official addendum issued by the College. The

Respondent should acknowledge receipt of all addenda issued with this solicitation through

acknowledgement on the Addendum Acknowledgment form. Failure to acknowledge addenda

may result in bid disqualification.

1.4. Posting of Information

The solicitation and any subsequent issued addenda will be available at:

https://www.bridgevalley.edu/purchasing-information

https://www.wvhepc.edu/resources/purchasing-and-finance/

https://www.wvsao.gov/LegalNotices/Default

1.5. Proposal Submission

In accordance with West Virginia Code §5A-3-11, proposals must be received by the College’s

Office of Fiscal Affairs prior to the date and time specified in Section 1.2, Schedule of Events,

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of this Request for Proposals. Failure to deliver, or the non-receipt of, a bid by the

specified date and time shall result in disqualification.

Proposals may be submitted in one of the following ways:

• Electronic submission

• Proposals must be sent to Justa.Atha@bridgevalley.edu

• The email subject line must read: Bid for Nursing Exam Preparation Services –

RFP BV2526-003 – DUE 02/10/2026.

• All required exhibits and documents must be included in the electronic

submission

• Mailed or Hand-Delivered Submission - Mailed/hand delivered respondents shall

submit all exhibits, an ORIGINAL proposal, and four copies, by mail, to:

BridgeValley Community & Technical College

Office of Fiscal Affairs

2001 Union Carbide Drive South

Charleston, WV 25303

The following must be indicated on the envelope/package:

Buyer:

Proposal:

Opening Date:

Opening Time:

Atha/Aquino

RFP BV2526-003

02/10/2026

1:00 p.m. EST

1.6. Rejection of Proposals

The College shall select the best value solution according to the criteria considered for contract

award. However, the CFO/CPO reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, in part or

entirely at his/her discretion. The CFO/CPO reserves the right to withdraw this solicitation at any time

for any reason. Submission to, or receipt by, the CFO/CPO confers no rights upon the Respondent nor

obligates the College in any manner.

1.7. Conflict of Interest

By signing the bid, the Respondent affirms that it and its officers, members, and employees have no

actual or potential conflict of interest beyond any conflicts disclosed within the submitted bid.

Respondent will not acquire any interest, direct or indirect, that will conflict or compromise in any

manner or degree with the performance of their services under this contract. If any potential

conflict is later discovered, or if one arises, the Respondent must disclose it to the College

immediately upon discovery.

1.8. Independent Proposal

A bid will not be considered for award if the commission/price was not arrived at independently,

without collusion, consultation, communication, or agreement as to any matter relating to such

commission/prices with any other offer or with any competitor. The commission/price quoted in the

Respondent’s bid will not be subject to any decrease/increase and will be considered firm for the life

of the contract unless specific provisions for adjustment have been provided for in the original

contract.

1.9. Economy of Preparation

Bids should be prepared simply and economically, providing a straightforward, concise

description of Respondent’s abilities to satisfy the requirements of the solicitation. Emphasis

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should be placed on completeness and clarity of content.

1.10. Verbal Communications

Discussions and/or interviews may be held with a Respondent(s) under final consideration prior to

selection for award; however, an award may be issued without such discussions or interviews.

1.11. Oral Statements and Commitments

Respondent must clearly understand that any verbal representations made or assumed to be

made during any oral discussions held between Respondent’s representatives and any College

personnel are not binding. Only the information issued in writing and added to the solicitation

specifications filed by an official written addendum are binding.

1.12. Incurring Costs

Neither the College nor any of its employees or officers shall be held liable for any expenses

incurred by any Respondent responding to this solicitation for expenses to prepare, deliver the

proposal, or to attend any mandatory or non-mandatory pre-bid meeting or oral presentations.

1.13. Disclosure

All documents submitted in response to this solicitation and any documents created because of

this solicitation are considered public record. All bids, proposals or offers submitted shall become

public information and will be available for inspection during normal business hours at the College.

The only exception for public records is disclosure information as provided in

WV Code § 29B-1-4. Primarily, only trade secrets are considered exempt from public disclosure.

1.14. Bid Opening and Evaluation Process

At the date and time specified, each bid will be opened and read aloud. Once opened, each bid will

be reviewed by the CFO/CPO to make any determination, if applicable, of the Resident Respondent

and/or Small, Women-Owned, or Minority-Owned Preference; such preference is an evaluation

method only and applies only to the cost in accordance with West Virginia State Code.

Evaluation: Preference

Resident Respondent

Respondent Preference may only be granted upon written request and only in accordance with the

West Virginia Code §5A-3-37 and the West Virginia Code of State Rules. Respondent’s failure to

submit the Respondent Preference Certificate form, when applicable, with its bid will result in

denial of Respondent Preference. Respondent Preference does not apply to construction projects.

Small, Women‐Owned, or Minority‐Owned Respondent (SWM)

For any solicitation publicly advertised for bid, in accordance with West Virginia Code §5A-3-

37(a)(7) and W. Va. CSR §148-22-9, any non-resident Respondent certified as a small, women-

owned, or minority-owned business under W. Va. CSR §148-22-9 shall be provided the same

preference made available to any resident Respondent. Any non-resident small, women-owned, or

minority-owned business must identify itself as such in writing by submitting Form WV-1

“Respondent Registration & Disclosure Statement and Small-, Women-, & Minority-Owned Business

Certification” with its bid, and must be properly certified under W. Va. CSR §148-22-9 prior to

contract award to receive the preferences made available to resident Respondents.

Applicable preference forms can be obtained from the State of WV Purchasing website

http://www.state.wv.us/admin/purchase/forms.html.

1.15. The CFO/CPO will perform a final review and award based upon the overall services, qualifications,

Respondent preference, if applicable and cost. Any contract resulting in an award from this

solicitation is not valid until properly approved and executed by the CFO/CPO of the College and

approved as to form, if required, by the Attorney General.

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The issued contract, by order of precedence, is the fee schedule, the solicitation and any

addenda, and the Respondent’s bid along with all required exhibits in response to the

solicitation.

1.16.

Term of Contract & Renewals

The initial term of the contract shall be for one (1) year from the date of full execution.

The contract may be renewed annually, for up to two (2) additional one‐year terms, by mutual

written agreement of both parties. Renewal is not automatic and must be:

• Executed in writing by both parties prior to the expiration of the current term;

• Contingent upon the availability of funds, continued need for services, and satisfactory

performance;

• Consistent with the terms and conditions of the original contract, unless otherwise

modified by a formally executed change order;

• Approved by the West Virginia Attorney General’s Office, if required by law or regulation. If

either party does not wish to renew the contract, written notice must be providedat least thirty

(30) calendar days before the current contract’s expiration date.

1.17. Contract Changes

Any changes to the original contract will be made via a Change Order issued by the College. No

change is official until a signed Change Order is issued and received by the Respondent.

1.18. Contract Termination for Unavailability of Funds

If funds are not appropriated or allocated for the services provided under the contract, the

College may terminate the contract at the end of the current affected fiscal period without

charge or penalty. The College shall promptly give the Respondent written notice of such non-

appropriation or non-allocation of funds once the College receives notice.

1.19. Contract Termination for Failure to Perform

The College may terminate the contract resulting from this solicitation immediately at any time the

Respondent fails to meet the terms of the contract.

1.20. Invoices

Invoices will be submitted in arrears. Payment against invoices prior to receipt of services and an

assessment of interest or late fees for late payments is prohibited by State law. Invoices properly

prepared and submitted in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract are typically

paid within a thirty (30) day timeframe.

1.21. Governing Law

The contract shall be governed by the laws of the State of West Virginia.

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This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.

Bid Number	Description	Bid Opening
BV2526-003/ Nursing Exam Preparation Services Addendum 1 Q&A	BridgeValley Community and Technical College Request for Proposals : BV2526-003/ Nursing Exam Preparation Services Any questions should be directed to: Justa.Atha@bridgevalley.edu	Contract Award Posted: March 9, 2026 Awarded to: Hurst Review Services Inc 127 S Railroad Ave Brookhaven MS 39601