Equitable Services for ESEA Programs
| Location: | Iowa |
|---|---|
| Posted: | Mar 30, 2026 |
| Due: | Apr 15, 2026 |
| Agency: | State Government of Iowa |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
| Category: | |
| Solicitation No: | 005-RFP-2579-2026 |
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Bid Information
Bid Number
005-RFP-2579-2026
Solicitation
Equitable Services for ESEA Programs
Solicitation Type
Request for Proposals
County
Description
Description
The State of Iowa seeks proposals from qualified, independent third-party providers to serve as a programmatic manager for equitable services under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA).
Questions are due by 4PM on April 6, 2026.
Agency Information
Number
005
Name
Administrative Services, Dept
Address 1
1305 E Walnut ST
Address 2
City/State/Zip
Des Moines, IA 50319
Contact Information
Contact Name
Katelyn Howells
Contact Title
Procurement Specialist
Contact Email
Contact Phone Number
(515) 721-7856
Contact Phone Extension
Contact Other Number
Contact Fax Number
Valid Dates
From
3/29/2026 8:00:00 AM
Until
4/15/2026 3:00:00 PM
Documents/Attachments
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005-RFP-2579-2026 – Equitable Services for ESEA Programs
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
RFP COVER SHEET
Administrative Information
RFP Number 005-RFP-2579-2026 Title of RFP Equitable Services for ESEA Programs
Agency
Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) on behalf of the Iowa Department
of Education
State Issuing Officer:
Katelyn Howells
Phone: 515-721-7856
E-mail: Katelyn.Howells@iowa.gov
PROCUREMENT TIMETABLE—Event or Action
Date/Time (Central Time)
State Posts Notice of RFP on the TSB website
State Issues RFP
Follow-up RFP written questions, requests for clarification, and
suggested changes from Respondents due (no questions accepted or
responded to after this date)
March 25, 2026
March 27, 2026
April 6, 2026 at 4:00PM
Proposals Due
April 15, 2026 at 3:00PM
Relevant Websites
Internet website where the Addenda to this RFP will be posted http://bidopportunities.iowa.gov and
IMPACS Electronic Procurement System.
Internet website where contract terms and conditions are posted
https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/procurement/pdf/050116%20terms%20services.pdf
https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/procurement/pdf/Terms%20and%20Conditions%20for%20Fed
eral%20Compliance.pdf
Firm Proposal Terms
The minimum number of days following the deadline for submitting proposals that the Respondent
guarantees all proposal terms, including price, will remain firm is 120 Days.
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SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION
1.1. Purpose
The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to solicit proposals from Responsible
Respondents to provide the goods and/or services identified on the RFP cover sheet. The Agency
intends to award a Contract(s) for the initial period identified on the RFP cover sheet, and the
Agency, in its sole discretion, may extend the Contract(s) for up to the number of annual
extensions identified on the RFP cover sheet.
1.2. Definitions
For the purposes of this RFP and the resulting contract, the following terms shall mean:
“Agency” means the agency identified on the RFP cover sheet that is issuing the RFP and any other
agency that purchases from the Contract.
“Contract” means the contract(s) entered into with the successful Respondent(s) as described in
Section 6.1.
“Contractor” means the awarded business/person to provide the contractual services agreed
upon.
“Deliverable” means the completion of a milestone or accomplishment of a task.
“General Terms and Conditions” means the General Terms and Conditions for Services Contracts
as referenced on the RFP cover page.
“Proposal” means the Respondent’s proposal submitted in response to the RFP.
“Respondent” means the company, organization or other business entity submitting a proposal
in response to this RFP.
“Responsible Respondent” means a Respondent that has the capability in all material respects to
perform the scope of work and specifications of the Contract. In determining whether a
Respondent is a Responsible Respondent, the Agency may consider various factors including, but
not limited to, the Respondent’s competence and qualifications to provide the goods or services
requested, the Respondent’s integrity and reliability, the past performance of the Respondent
and the best interest of the Agency and the State.
“Responsive Proposal” means a Proposal that complies with the material provisions of this RFP.
“RFP” means this Request for Proposals and any attachments, exhibits, schedules or addenda
hereto.
“State” means the State of Iowa, the Agency, and all state agencies, boards, and commissions,
and any political subdivisions making purchases from the Contract as permitted by this RFP.
1.3. Overview of the RFP Process
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This RFP is designed to provide Respondents with the information necessary for the preparation
of competitive Proposals. The RFP process is for the Agency’s benefit and is intended to provide
the Agency with competitive information to assist in the selection process. It is not intended to
be comprehensive. Each Respondent is responsible for determining all factors necessary for the
submission of a comprehensive Proposal.
Respondent should review Request for Confidentiality, for more information if its Proposal
contains confidential information. Any Proposal marked “Confidential” or “Proprietary” on
every page may be disqualified.
It is the Agency’s intention to evaluate Proposals from all Respondents that submit timely
Responsive Proposals, and award the Contract(s) in accordance with the evaluation and selection
criteria provided in this RFP.
1.4. Background
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) has required the local education
agencies (LEA) to provide equitable services to eligible nonpublic school students and teachers in
certain ESEA programs after engaging in timely and meaningful consultation with the appropriate
nonpublic school officials. The reauthorization of the ESEA by the Every Student Succeeds Act
(ESSA) in 2015 continues this equitable services requirement under two provisions: Title I, Part A
and Title VIII, Part F, Subpart 1.
After meaningful consultation, the LEA may contract with a third-party vendor to provide services
to the nonpublic school. Contracting with a third-party vendor is not required, however, it may
be a practical way to deliver high-quality, compliant, and consistent equitable services to the
nonpublic schools. The LEA remains responsible and may have limited staff, multiple nonpublic
schools, or highly specialized services.
1.5. Objectives
The Iowa Department of Education (IDE) seeks proposals from qualified, independent third-party
providers to support the implementation of equitable services under the Elementary and
Secondary Education Act (ESEA). The selected third-party provider will support the Local
Education Agency (LEA) in the planning, coordination, implementation, documentation, and
oversight of the equitable services for eligible private nonprofit school participants while ensuring
full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
Participation by LEAs is voluntary. Services under this contract shall be provided only to LEAs that
formally opt in for services.
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SECTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS
Overview
The successful Respondent shall provide the goods and/or services to the State in accordance with the
specifications and technical specifications as provided in this Section. The Respondent shall address each
specification in this Section and indicate whether or not it will comply with the specification. If the context
requires more than a yes or no answer or the section specifically indicates, Respondent shall explain how
it will comply with the specification. Proposals must address each specification. Merely repeating the
specifications may be considered non-responsive and may disqualify the Respondent. Proposals must
identify any deviations from the specifications of this RFP or specifications the Respondent cannot satisfy.
If the Respondent deviates from or cannot satisfy the specification (s) of this section, the Agency may
reject the Proposal.
All items listed in this section are Mandatory Specifications. Respondents must indicate either “yes” or
“no” to each specification in their Proposals and provide an explanation as to how the specification is met.
By indicating “yes” a Respondent agrees that it shall comply with that specification throughout the full
term of the Contract, if the Respondent is successful. In addition, if specified by the specifications or if the
context otherwise requires, the Respondent shall provide references and/or supportive materials to verify
the Respondent’s compliance with the specification. The Agency shall have the right to determine
whether the supportive information and materials submitted by the Respondent demonstrate that the
Respondent will be able to comply with the Mandatory Specifications. If the Agency determines the
responses and supportive materials do not demonstrate the Supplier will be able to comply with the
Mandatory Specifications, the Agency may reject the Proposal.
2.1. Respondent Requirements
2.1.1. Demonstrated experience administering Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)
equitable services.
2.1.2. Knowledge of federal fiscal compliance and procurement requirements.
2.1.3. Capacity to serve multiple Local Education Agencies (LEAs) simultaneously.
2.1.4. Ability and capacity to designated point(s) of contact for each participating LEA.
2.1.5. Capacity to design and deliver services that are secular, neutral, and non-ideological.
2.1.6. Experience providing high-quality instructional or support services aligned to identified
student needs and approved program goals.
2.1.7. Relevant credentials, certifications, or documented experience appropriate to the
services provided.
2.1.8. Ability to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local procurement requirements.
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SECTION 3 SCOPE OF WORK
Overview
The Successful Respondent shall provide the services to the State in accordance with the requirements as
provided in this Scope of Work.
3.1. Service Categories
All proposed supplemental services allowable under ESEA "SEC. 8015 Participation by Private
School Children and Teachers" must meet all federal requirements of eligible ESEA programs.
Vendors must propose allowable supplemental services as specified in the "Title VIII, Part F of the
ESEA: Equitable Services for Eligible Private School Children, Teachers, and Other Educational
Personnel Non-Regulatory Guidance, and Title I, Part A of the ESEA, as Amended by the Every
Student Succeeds Act: Providing Equitable Services to Eligible Private School Children, Teachers,
and Families. All allowable supplemental services must adhere to the requirements of all eligible
programs:
● Title I, Part C - Education of Migratory Children;
● Title II, Part A - Supporting Effective Instruction;
● Title III, Part A - English Language Acquisition, Language Enhancement, and Academic
Achievement;
● Title IV, Part A - Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants;
● Title IV, Part B - Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC), and
● Title I, Part A - Improving Basic Programs Operated by LEAs.
3.2. Contractor Responsibilities
3.2.1. Consultation and Participation Process (Facilitation Only)
3.2.1.1. Support the Local Education Agency (LEA) in conducting a timely, meaningful, and
ongoing consultation with participating private school officials
3.2.1.2. Assist with coordination, communication, and document collection related to:
● Notice of Intent to Participate;
● Affirmation of Consultation;
● Notifications of equitable share amounts.
3.2.1.3. Support private school officials in developing yearlong service plans that align with
demonstrated needs and allowable uses of funds.
3.2.1.4. Ensure all plans follow applicable supplement not supplant requirements.
3.2.2. Fiscal Management and Invoicing
3.2.2.1. Procure services, materials, and activities on behalf of the LEA under the vendor
management.
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