Request for Proposal, Request for Information, Request for Application
| Title | Information/Documents | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico Teacher Residency Recruitment Efforts
| This RFP is issued for the purpose to solicit sealed proposals to establish a contract for the procurement of recruitment supports to strengthen the teacher pipeline and retention of highly qualified educators in the State of New Mexico. | October 16, 2023 |
| Educator Preparation Program (EPP) Professional Learning and Development
| This RFA is issued for the purpose of designing and implementing EPP and LEA prioritized, professional development and training opportunities for pre-service teachers and administrators, current teachers and administrators, educational assistants and EPP and LEA leadership. | October 6, 2023 |
| Stronger Connections Funding Opportunity | The PED has released an application for LEAs to apply for grant funding through the federal Stronger Connections grant program to support district-wide implementation of an emergency response/communications system. If awarded, LEAs will receive funding and support to integrate the Mutualink LNK 360 System. Mutualink provides school safety with an automated emergency response solution. This service instantly connects schools to police in emergencies while having direct communications and live views of what’s happening, speeding response, and saving lives. Please see the following links for the instructions of how to apply: Please DOWNLOAD to Excel and SAVE the application (after clicking the link) for your own submission. Applications are due Sept. 28, 2023. | Sept. 28, 2023 |
| RFA for the Adoption of K-12 Science Core and Supplementary Instructional Materials | This Request for Applications is for the adoption of grades K-12 Science core and supplementary instructional materials. | October 6, 2023 |
| New Mexico Residency Pilot for Principals, Counselors, and Social Workers Request for Application | This RFA is issued for the purpose of designing and implementing residency pilot programs to promote and support pre-service residency preparation and planning leading to a full-year residency experience for principals, counselors, and social workers. The goal is to provide high-quality preparation emphasizing authentic, field-based learning opportunities to practice leadership competencies eventually leading to lengthened retention, and ultimately increasing the number of highly qualified school administrators, counselors, and social workers in New Mexico schools. (Original deadline date: August 11, 2023 by 4:00 PM MST) | Deadline extended to Friday, September 29, 2023 by 4:00 PM MST |
| New Mexico Outdoor Learning Start-Up Grant-Requests for Application | This RFA is designed to promote innovation in the critical area of outdoor learning by expanding access to outdoor learning and environmental education programs for New Mexico students. Competitive grants are available to New Mexico PreK–12 public school districts or state-chartered charter schools, a group of public schools (consortium of schools), regional educational cooperatives, and single public schools in partnership with a community outdoor learning or environmental organization, to operate, expand, and sustain outdoor learning programs to: | 4:00pm July 20, 2023 |
| Out-of-School Time Grant Competition | Region 9 Education Cooperative (REC 9) on behalf of the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) is soliciting proposals to establish a contract through competitive negotiations for the procurement of qualified grantees to deliver a high-quality State-Funded Out-of-School Time Program that will serve students attending high poverty and low performing schools throughout the State of New Mexico. All information regarding this RFP can be found at https://www.rec9nm.org/RFPS-Bids under the Requests for Proposals section. | June 30, 2023 by 3:00 pm MST |
| Statewide High Impact Tutoring for Designated Improvement Schools | Number: 23-92400-0006Title: Statewide High Impact Tutoring for Designated Improvement SchoolsOverview: The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) announces a Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide high impact tutoring to be delivered by well-trained instructors to approximately 2,000 students across New Mexico attending PED designated improvement schools. Prioritization of tutoring for At-Risk student groups aims to address unfinished learning as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, which disproportionately impacted students in families from lower-income backgrounds. At-risk student groups, as referenced here are those students determined to be economically disadvantaged, Native American, English Learners, and Students with Disabilities. The tutoring must be tied to grade-appropriate standards and classroom content that is effective in addressing learning gaps. Evidence of student achievement gains from targeted and intensive small group interventions is expected as demonstrated by ongoing balanced formative, interim, and summative (BOY, MOY, EOY) assessments. The provision of services is anticipated to begin as of August 2, 2023, and will conclude June 30, 2024. This RFP may be a multiple award. This procurement will result in a contractual agreement between two parties. Statewide High Impact Tutoring for Designated Improvement Schools: Questions and Answers All questions about the contents of the RFP document shall be directed to:
Proposal Due Date and Time:
Pre-Proposal Conference:
Proposal Due Date and Time:
| July 10, 2023, by 5:00 pm MST |
| Native American Language and Culture Support to Preserve and Maintain Native Languages within NM | June 12, 2023, by 4:00 p.m. | |
| Opportunities for High School Students to be Paid as Near-Peer Tutors (NPT). RfP Release Date: 5/4/23 | A Statewide LEA Initiative Providing Opportunities for High School Students to be Paid as Near-Peer Tutors (NPT). This is a Request for Proposal (RfP) and does not constitute an award. This RfP is requesting proposals to provide tutoring services in reading and mathematics to elementary and middle school students. Program costs and paid tutoring opportunities for high school students will be subsidized by grants awarded to successful applicants. Eligible LEA applicants include Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) funded schools, public school districts, regional educational cooperatives (RECs), and state-authorized charters in New Mexico. This is a Request for Proposal (RfP) and does not constitute an award. This RfP is requesting proposals to provide tutoring services in reading and mathematics to elementary and middle school students. Program costs and paid tutoring opportunities for high school students will be subsidized by grants awarded to successful applicants. Eligible LEA applicants include Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) funded schools, public school districts, regional educational cooperatives (RECs), and state-authorized charters in New Mexico. The PED is making available up to $2,000,000 to fund this initiative. The funding source is ESSER 3 and HB2. Individual LEA’s cannot apply to fund more than 5 high school Near-Peer Tutoring Programs in their LEA. The maximum award amount for any high school Near-Peer Tutoring Program will be $50,000.00 per high school. | Final Submission Date:6/9/23. Applications received after the final date will not be considered for funding. |
| Recruit and Retain Native American Teachers, Administrators, Social Workers and School | June 5, 2023, by 4:00 p.m. | |
| New Mexico Native Language Preservation, Maintenance, and Immersion Programs | June 5, 2023, by 4:00 p.m. | |
| Improving Educational & Cultural Outcomes for Native American Students | June 5, 2023, by 4:00 p.m. | |
| Out-of-School Time Application | Unique Requirements for this round of funding include:
The superintendent, charter director, or designee can copmplete the official program application. Questions? Community.OSTGrant@ped.nm.gov | May 8, 2023 at 5 PM MST |
| Intent to Apply Innovation Zones 2023-2024 | The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) is currently requesting an Intent to Apply for the New Mexico Innovation Zone. The New Mexico Public Education Department seeks to support tribal entities, communities, districts, and schools by reimagining high schools as places that prepare students to feel successful, secure in who they are, and ready for whatever path they choose. The PED challenges districts and schools to become beacons for system-wide transformation by integrating a multifaceted set of actions. At the heart of this transformation is a shared community vision for education. Successful Innovation Zone applications will address six core elements and explain how funding will support a significant transformation of the high school experience within that community. Eligibility to apply includes public school districts, tribal entities, district charter schools, state-directed charter schools, Regional Education Cooperatives (RECs), and educational consortia whose membership includes Local Educational Agencies. To learn more about this initiative and to prepare for this application please fill out this Intent to Apply. The intent to apply window closes on May 2, 2023. *Maximum planning award is $200,000, requests in excess of $200,000 will be considered based on if funding becomes available. A detailed initial budget will be required in the Intent to Apply form located on page 2 of the survey; a spreadsheet template is included for planning convenience and assistance within the form and on the list of resources below.
| May 2, 2023 |
| Special Education IEP Facilitators | March 31, 2023, by 5 p.m., Mountain Daylight Savings Time | |
| Supports for Increasing Graduation, Post-Secondary Transitions, and Employability for At-Risk New Mexico High School Students | The New Mexico Public Education Department is announcing a Request for Proposal (RFP) to solicit sealed proposals to establish a contract through competitive negotiations for the procurement of state-level youth development services to increase high school graduation rates and make successful transitions to post-secondary education or meaningful employment for New Mexico’s high school students, particularly students identified as at-risk. | March 10, 2023 |
| Federal Compliance Training & Legal Consultation on Federal Compliance (RFP) | The New Mexico Public Education Department is announcing a request for proposals (RFP). This RFP is for services involving federal compliance training for an educational agency’s staff, as well as other New Mexico educational entities, and for legal consultation for agency staff regarding federal compliance. Please see the attached RFP for details. | February 17, 2023 |
| Communications Support (RFP) | The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) has several large media campaigns it is working on both internally and in partnership with other agencies. In addition, support is needed to liaise with the Governor’s communication team to ensure consistency of messaging across the Executive. The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to solicit sealed proposals to establish a contract through competitive negotiations for the procurement of communications support services. | February 10, 2023 |
| Instructional Materials Adoption of Career & Technical Education, Computer Science, Health, and PE (RFA) | Request for Applications for adoption of core and supplementary instructional material for grades 7-12 Career and Technical Education and grades K-12 Computer Science, Health Education, and Physical Education. | November 28, 2022 |
| Out of School Tutoring (RFA) | The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) announces a Request for Proposals for high-quality out-of-school tutoring services to be delivered in person or virtually to students across New Mexico attending Title I schools. Tutoring will focus on Pre-kindergarten-8th grade learning acceleration in mathematics, English language arts, and science content areas. An emphasis on culturally and linguistically responsive instruction and curriculum is a priority. Tutoring services may include, direct content instruction, literacy instruction, parent communication of student progress, and potential provision of hotspots to be provided by vendors for supplemental virtual access. Curriculum content will be aligned with New Mexico Content Standards. Provision of services may begin December 1, 2022 and will conclude September 30, 2024. Interested vendors must ensure their proposal meets evidence-based expectations defined by The American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act. This RFP may be a multiple award. This procurement will result in a contractual agreement between two parties for each award; the procurement may ONLY be used by those two parties exclusively for each award.
| November 14, 2022 at 5 p.m. |
| 2023 Professional Learning Provider Programs Supporting Instructional Materials (RFA) | The New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) is committed to ensuring high-quality professional learning to support implementation of high-quality instructional materials. NMPED is interested in updating the list of professional learning providers that will be a resource for local education agencies (LEAs) seeking third-party partners to support their professional learning needs specifically connected to their selected instructional materials. Applicants will be vetted for their alignment with different aspects of New Mexico’s current academic landscape including New Mexico Content Standards and support of the use of high-quality instructional materials. Applications are being accepted and evaluated for PL provider programs that support LEAs in their implementation of high-quality core instructional materials for grades K-12 Social Studies, Mathematics, Science, Arts Education, English Language Arts, Spanish Language Arts, English Language Development, World Languages; and high-quality supplementary instructional materials for grades 7-12 Career and Technical Education and grades K-2 Structured Literacy. | November 1, 2022 at 5 p.m. [If seeking to submit more than five (5) programs, request permission by September 30, 2022 (see Application).] |
| New Mexico Outdoor Learning Start-Up Grant-Requests for Application | This RFA is designed to promote innovation in the critical area of outdoor learning by expanding access to outdoor learning and environmental education programs for New Mexico students. Competitive grants are available to New Mexico PreK–12 public school districts or state-chartered charter schools, a group of public schools (consortium of schools), regional educational cooperatives, and single public schools in partnership with a community outdoor learning or environmental organization, to operate, expand, and sustain outdoor learning programs to:
| July 27, 2022 at 4 p.m. (closed) |
| Teacher Residency Recruitment for Proposals (RFP) | The purpose of the Request for Proposal (RFP) is to solicit sealed proposals to establish a contract through competitive negotiations for the procurement of recruitment supports to strengthen the teacher pipeline and retention of highly qualified educators in the State of New Mexico (hereto referred to as the “Provider”). Specifically, the Provider will design and deliver recruitment strategies to equip New Mexico’s institutions of higher education (IHEs) with candidates for teacher preparation programs. This work will be accomplished with ongoing relationships and support between Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) and Educator Preparation Programs (EPPs). | July 15, 2022 by 5 p.m. (closed) |
| Innovation Zone Initiative SY2022-23 |
On June 1, 2022, the College & Career Readiness Bureau will be holding an open forum to discuss and answer questions on the Innovation Zone Initiative. The meeting will take place via Zoom from 3–4 p.m. MDT (Zoom meeting details below) The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) is currently requesting proposals for designation and funding as a New Mexico Innovation Zone. The New Mexico Public Education Department seeks to support tribal nations, communities, districts, and schools by reimagining high schools as places that prepare students to feel successful, secure in who they are, and ready for whatever path they choose. The PED challenges districts and schools to become beacons for system-wide transformation by integrating a multifaceted set of actions. At the heart of this transformation is a shared community vision for education. Successful Innovation Zone applications will address seven core elements and explain how funding will support a significant transformation of the high school experience within that community. Eligibility to apply includes public school districts, district charter schools, state-directed charter schools, Regional Education Cooperatives (RECs), and educational consortia whose membership includes Local Educational Agencies. To learn more about this initiative and to prepare for this RfA, please download the document(s) bulleted above. Date & Time: June 1, 2022, 3-4 p.m. MDT Copy & paste link into browser – https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83794451617?pwd=RWVaNks5ZmlsdFpCNlBWWHVxYWxPZz09 Meeting ID: 837 9445 1617 Passcode: 330151 If you have any questions about the meeting, please contact Kevin O’Shea at 505-629-7705 or email: Kevin.OShea@ped.nm.gov | June 15, 2022, then semi-monthly thereafter until all funds are committed. APPLICATIONS CLOSED |
| Tribal and Rural Community Based Extended Learning Programs | May 26, 2022, by 4 p.m. (closed) | |
| College & Career Readiness Bureau Request for Applications | May 20, 2022 (closed) | |
| New Mexico National Board Scholarship Application |
| June 10, 2022, by 11:59:59 p.m. (closed) |
| New Mexico Paid Student Teaching Fund | April 29, 2022, by 11:59:59 p.m. (closed) | |
| New Mexico Indigenous Language Revitalization Initiative | May 9, 2022, by 4 p.m. (closed) | |
| Recruiting and Retaining High Quality Teachers and Administrators for Native American Communities | May 9, 2022, by 4 p.m. (closed) | |
| Indigenous Education Initiative (IEI) | May 9, 2022, by 4 p.m. (closed) | |
| Indian Education Act | May 6, 2022, by 4 p.m. (clsoed) | |
| Indigenous Education Initiative Continuous from FY20-22 | May 6, 2022, by 4 p.m. (closed) | |
| Focus on Algebra | The Focus on Algebra professional learning series will engage Grades 6–9 math educators, including administrators and instructional coaches, to develop effective pedagogy and instructional practices emphasizing algebraic thinking and algebra concepts. The series will leverage the NM Instructional Scope for Mathematics-2.0 (NMIS-M) to prioritize content and standards for algebra in Grades 6–9 and develop formative assessment practices through the lens of culturally and linguistically responsive instruction (CLRI). | Midnight on June 6, 2022 (closed) |
| Special Education IEP Facilitators | April 23, 2022 at 5 p.m. MDT (closed) | |
| Special Education Mediators (IDEA) | April 23, 2022 at 5 p.m. MDT (closed) | |
| Teacher Residency | April 18, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. MDT (closed) | |
| Fine Arts Education Act (FAEA) Application | June 1, 2022 at 5 p.m. MDT (closed) | |
| CTE Program Professional Learning & Related Materials | April 8, 2022 at 5:00 PM MDT | |
| Instructional Materials Adoption of K-12 Social Studies and Arts Education Request for Applications | March 21, 2022 | |
| Summer Enrichment Internship Program 2022 | March 18, 2022 at 5 p.m. MDT (closed) | |
| Science Professional Learning Supports Request for Applications | The Storyline Professional Learning Network leverages pedagogy and instructional best practices for implementing NGSS storylines into K-12 science classrooms using high-quality instructional materials. The 3D Formative Assessment Professional Learning Network designed to provide professional learning supporting NGSS teaching and learning by integrating high-quality 3D assessment seamlessly into instruction. | Midnight on January 28, 2022 |
| OpenSciEd Middle School Expansion Request for Applications—Cohort 2 | February 1, 2022 | |
| High-Quality Professional Learning Marketplace List Request for Applications for 2022 | November 30, 2021 | |
| Mathematics School Team Supports Request for Applications | Midnight on October 30, 2021 | |
| Educator Fellows Program – Request for Information | October 1, 2021 | |
| Near-Peer Tutoring – Request for Applications | September 30, 2021 | |
| Out-of-School-Time Grant | Districts, state-chartered schools and community organizations have until Sept. 9 to apply for a second round of Out-of-School-Time grants through Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) III. The program provides funding to address the impact of COVID-19 on elementary and secondary schools. Over 20 sites were awarded in the first round, including state parks and wildlife refuges, with plans to serve more than 1,000 students over the next two years. Additional flexibilities for the second round include:
The Request for Application, available here, serves as an official program application to be completed by the superintendent, charter director, community-based organization executive director, or designee. Questions? Community.OSTGrant@ped.nm.gov. | September 9, 2021 |
| Family & Community Engagement – Request for Proposal |
*Due to a slight discrepancy noted in the text of this RFP, applications will be accepted up until 5pm (MST) Friday, September 3, 2021. | September 3, 2021 at 5:00 PM MST |
| Educator Ecosystem Taskforce – Request for Quote | August 17, 2021 at 5:00 PM MDT | |
| New Mexico Computer Science K–8 Grant Program Requests for Application | August 16, 2021 at 4:00 PM MST | |
| Providing Statewide Access to Courses in the Virtual Environment to Support Students, Families, and Local Education Agencies | July 26, 2021, by 4:00 PM MT | |
| Assessment & Curriculum Digital Platform Support for Student Progress on State-Adopted Standards and Priority Standards | July 12, 2021 at 4:00 PM MT | |
| Educational Blueprints and governance structures | July 8, 2021 | |
| Native American Language Programs | July 8, 2021 | |
| Request for Proposal for Audit Services | May 28, 2021 | |
| Zearn K–5 HQIM One-Year Pilot Initiative | Midnight on May 27, 2021 | |
| Request for Proposal for the Public Education Commission Legal Representation | May 22, 2021 at 5:00 PM MDT | |
| Zearn K–5 HQIM One-Year Pilot Initiative | May 14, 2021 | |
| Indian Education Act Funding Application | May 14, 2021 COB | |
| Summer Enrichment Internship Program | May 7, 2021 at 5:00 PM MDT | |
| Charter Schools Program Subgrant Application: Phase II | July 30, 2021 at 5:00 PM MDT | |
| Charter Schools Program Subgrant Application: Phase I | June 30, 2021 at 5:00 PM MDT | |
| Charter Schools Program Peer Reviewers Request for Quotes (RFQ) | April 9, 2021 at 5:00 PM MDT | |
| Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) Prekindergarten Grant | March 31, 2021 at 1:00 PM | |
| OpenSciEd Middle School Expansion Request for Applications | March 30, 2021 | |
| CTE Professional Development – Materials Request for Applications | March 19, 2021 | |
| High-Quality Professional Learning Marketplace List Request for Applications | January 29, 2021 | |
| Charter Schools Program (CSP) Distance Learning Grant ROUND 2 | January 8, 2021 | |
| Literacy and Humanities Bureau Requests for Applications for PreK–12 NM Public Schools | January 8, 2021 | |
| Mathematics Reentry Request for Applications | January 8, 2021 | |
| Charter Schools Program (CSP) Distance Learning Grant | November 23, 2020 | |
| Request for Application GEER and ESSER SEA Reserve Funding | November 9, 2020 | |
| Instructional Materials–Adoption of K-8 English Language Arts, Spanish Language Arts, English Language Development, and World Languages Request for Applications | November 6, 2020 | |
| New Mexico Computer Science K–8 Grant Program Requests for Application | October 12, 2020 |
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