2026 RFPs

• Academic Office
• Office of Dyslexia and Reading Disabilities
• Regional School Choice Office
• School Health, Nutrition, and Family Services

Academic Office

RFI:009
Instructional Resources, Materials and Professional Learning Models to Support the Connecticut State Department of Education K-12 State Model Curriculum

CT Source: 
https://webprocure.proactiscloud.com/wp-web-public/en/#/bidboard/bid/143401?customerid=51

Purpose: The CSDE requests information from interested parties who may provide instructional resources, supplemental instructional materials, and professional learning opportunities for district leaders and educators. These resources must be aligned to Connecticut standards (available at Educational Standards for Curricula Alignment). They will support the implementation of kindergarten through grade eight CSDE Model Curricula and grades 9-12 courses located on GoOpen CT across multiple disciplines including Mathematics, English Language Arts & Early Literacy, Science, Data Literacy, Computer Science, Social Studies, Arts, Career and Technical Education and World Languages. This RFI is not an offer, and no contract will be awarded as a result.

Contact: paul.castiglione@ct.gov
Phone: 860-713-6936
Bidders' Conference: N/A
Deadline Date: June 17, 2026, by 4 p.m. EDT

 

RFI:008
Connecticut High Dosage Tutoring (HDT) Providers
Connecticut High Dosage Tutoring (HDT) Providers

CT Source: 
https://webprocure.proactiscloud.com/wp-web-public/en/#/bidboard/bid/143154?customerid=51

Purpose: The CSDE requests information from interested parties who may provide services and support for the implementation of the State’s High Dosage Tutoring (HDT) program, a state funded program that aims to improve mathematics achievement amongst students in Grades 6-10. The HDT program is an ongoing state initiative that aims to implement a research-based model to accelerate learning for priority students in Grades 6-10 in SY2027. Recognizing the challenge of recruiting and training individuals to provide tutoring services in middle- and high-school, the CSDE invites organizations to submit information that can be shared with local education agencies participating in the HDT program.

Application Deadline: June 5, 2026

Contact: irene.parisi@ct.gov

 

RFP:818
Perkins Supplemental Enhancement Grant

Purpose: Perkins V legislation allows states to distribute a portion of the local funds to foster innovation through the identification and promotion of promising and proven CTE programs, practices, and strategies. The supplemental enhancement concept was created to assist Perkins V secondary recipients in offering programs, practices, and strategies that prepare individuals for nontraditional fields and/or promote the development, implementation, and adoption of programs of study or career pathways aligned with State-identified high-skill, high-wage, or in-demand occupations or industries.

Date Posted: March 16, 2026
Application Deadline: April 10, 2026
Bidders' Conference: N/A

Contact: sean.mckeown@ct.gov

Office of Dyslexia and Reading Disabilities

RFP:862
Connecticut Educator Preparation Program Audit Concerning Instruction in Structured Literacy and the Detection and Recognition of Interventions for Student with Dyslexia
CT Source: https://portal.ct.gov/das/ctsource/bidboard

Purpose: Pursuant to subsection (c) of Section 10-14z of the CGS, CSDE’s Office of Dyslexia and Reading Disabilities (ODRD) is responsible for developing compliance measures and audit procedures to verify the compliance of (A) EPPs, as defined in Section 10-146c, including intermediate administrator and supervisor programs, and (B) applicants for an initial, provisional or professional educator certificate pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 166 relating to scientifically-based reading research and instruction, as defined in Section 10-14u, structured literacy instruction and training, dyslexia instruction and training, including, but not limited to, the compliance verifications required pursuant to Sections 10-14aa to 10-14dd, inclusive. Additionally, pursuant to Section 10-14jj of the CGS, the Department of Education is responsible for developing compliance measures and audit procedures to determine the compliance of educator preparation programs, including intermediate administrator and supervisor programs, in the provision of instruction on scientifically-based reading research and instruction. The CSDE is therefore seeking qualified Contractors to:

• review and evaluate for alignment with statute the ODRD’s compliance measures and audit procedures of EPPs, including intermediate administrator and supervisor programs;
• provide recommendations for, and support the ODRD to, strengthen the rigor of the ODRD’s compliance measures and audit procedures to ensure the validity and reliability of audit findings, inclusive of a process for EPP corrective action and monitoring;
• pursuant to subsection (b) of Section 10-14aa of the CGS, provide recommendations to the ODRD to align its audit procedures with the information gathered by a national accreditation agency that accredits EPPs for the CSDE;
• develop and provide training in ODRD’s compliance measures and audit procedures for auditors; and
• conduct the audits of up to eighteen (18) Connecticut IHEs and their respective EPPs (see Guide to Approved Educator Preparation Programs in Connecticut).

Contact: lisa.gianni@ct.gov Phone: 860-713-6712
Bidders' Conference: March 30, 2026 (12:30-1:15 Eastern time) - Bidders' Conference Presentation, Questions and Answers
Application Deadline: May 1, 2026

 

Regional School Choice Office

RFP:838
Sheff Interdistrict Magnet Academic and Social Support Athletic Programming Grant

Purpose: Through this grant, the CSDE seeks to continue expansion and enhancement of athletics programming opportunities for students attending interdistrict magnet schools in the Sheff Region.

The goal of the Sheff Interdistrict Magnet Academic and Social Support Athletics Programming Grant is to increase the involvement and enhance the experience of students in the middle and high school grade ranges participating in athletic programming at Sheff interdistrict magnet schools. These athletic programming options are important considerations in family decision-making and round out the educational experience for students at the higher grade levels, and as such, the CSDE is committed to continuing its support of extracurricular opportunities at Sheff interdistrict magnet schools through sports to meet the goals of the CCP.

Contact: kerry.mattson@ct.gov
Phone: 860-713-6487
Bidders' Conference: Tuesday, June 9, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Join the Meeting
Deadline Date: July 24, 2026

RFP:835
Interdistrict Magnet Academic and Social Support Extracurricular Programs Grant

Purpose: Through this grant, the CSDE seeks to continue to expand and develop sustainable enrichment and extracurricular programming opportunities for students attending interdistrict magnet schools in the Sheff Region to provide continuous opportunities to access integrated settings that support social, emotional, and academic growth.

The goal of the Sheff Interdistrict Magnet Academic and Social Support Extracurricular Programs Grant is to increase the involvement and participation of students in enrichment/extracurricular activities to support academic development, students’ social-emotional well-being, and build community among student participants pursuant to the commitments in the CCP. Thus, the purpose of this grant is to serve four (4) key priorities:

• provide students with access to enriching academic activities and supports to promote student achievement, skills development and leadership;
• increase in-school and out-of-school extracurricular enrichment opportunities to promote academic and social engagement;
• build school community among student participants in Sheff interdistrict magnet programs through fun and engaging enrichment and extracurricular activities; and
• support student social-emotional development of student participants.

Contact: kerry.mattson@ct.gov
Phone: 860-713-6487 
Bidders' Conference: Thursday, May 7, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Application Deadline: June 5, 2026

RFP 835 Bidders' Conference Recording

 

RFP: 856
Sheff Interdistrict Magnet Schools Summer Enrichment

Purpose: Through this grant, the Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) seeks to expand enrichment and extracurricular programming opportunities to include summer enrichment offerings for interdistrict magnet schools in the Sheff Region to provide continuous opportunities to access integrated settings that support social, emotional, and academic growth.
The goal of the Sheff Interdistrict Magnet Schools Summer Enrichment Grant is to increase the involvement and participation of students in enrichment/extracurricular activities to support academic development, students’ social-emotional well-being, and build community among student participants pursuant to the commitments in the Comprehensive School Choice Plan. Thus, the purpose of this grant is to serve four (4) key priorities:

provide students with access to enriching academic activites and supports throught summer programming to promote student achievement, skills development and leadership;
provide a continuum of academic and extracurricular enrichment between school years to promote academic and social engagement over the summer months;
build school community among student participants in Sheff interdistrict magnet programs through fun and engaging enrichment and extracurricular activities; and
support student social-emotional development of student participants

Contact:kerry.mattson@ct.gov
Phone: 860-713-6487
Bidders' Conference: February 20, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. 
Application Deadline: March 20, 2026

RFP 856 Bidders' Conference Recording
RFP 856 Bidders' Conference Presentation
RFP 856 Questions and Answers

 

RFP: 857
Sheff Open Choice Summer Enrichment

Purpose: Through this grant, the Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) seeks to expand enrichment and extracurricular programming opportunities to include summer enrichment offerings for Open Choice Districts in the Sheff Region to provide continuous opportunities to access integrated settings that support social, emotional, and academic growth.

The goal of the Sheff Open Choice Summer Enrichment Grant is to increase the involvement and participation of students in enrichment activities to support academic development, students’ social-emotional well-being, and build community among student participants pursuant to the commitments in the Comprehensive School Choice Plan(CCP). Thus, the purpose of this grant is to serve four (4) key priorities:

• provide students with access to enriching academic activities and supports through summer programming to promote student achievement, skills development and leadership;
• provide a continuum of academic and enrichment between school years to promote academic and social engagement over the summer months;
• build school community among student participants in the Sheff Open Choice program and resident students through fun and engaging enrichment and extracurricular activities; and
• support social-emotional development of student participants.

Contact: kerry.mattson@ct.gov
Phone: 860-713-6487 
Bidders' Conference: February 19, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Application Deadline: March 20, 2026

RFP 857 Bidders' Conference Recording
RFP 857 Bidders' Conference Presentation
RFP 857 Questions and Answers

School Health, Nutrition, and Family Services

 

RFP: 132

Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Request for Proposals Guidance

21st CCLC Scoring Rubric 2026-27

For Review Only: Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) RFP 2026-27

Applicants must use the Electronic Grants Management System (eGMS) to electronically complete and submit the application.

The grant proposal must be submitted, in total, in eGMS on or before the due date. Instructions for using eGMS can be found on the eGMS home page under “Training and Video Links.” Applicants needing additional assistance navigating eGMS should contact the helpdesk using the contact information listed on the eGMS home page.

Establishing a New eGMS Account

Applicants that do not have an eGMS account should contact April Swain at April.Swain@CT.gov for assistance obtaining an account. New users are advised to allow sufficient time to establish a new account in eGMS prior to the proposal due date.

Purpose

The purpose of the grant is to fund community learning centers that provide students with academic, enrichment, recreational, and social-emotional support opportunities outside of regular school hours and to consistently serve the same students over a prolonged period.

Centers may operate in elementary or secondary schools or other similarly accessible facilities and should provide high-quality services to support student learning and development. Programs should also support families by offering educational development opportunities and providing a safe environment for students when school is not in session.

Contact Information

Email: Shelby.Pons@CT.gov
Phone: 860-807-2103

Deadline for Submission: July 8, 2026

The online application must be in “LEA Superintendent Approved” status by 4:00 p.m. on July 8, 2026.

For non-LEA organizations, “LEA Superintendent” refers to the individual with authority to approve and submit an application to the Connecticut State Department of Education.

No extensions shall be granted.

21st CCLC Virtual Bidder’s Webinar

Date: June 5, 2026 @ 10:00 a.m.

The bidders’ conference will provide information on the major components and criteria for the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Request for Proposal (RFP). Attendance at the bidders’ conference is not mandatory.

Microsoft Teams Bidder’s Conference: Join the meeting

Meeting ID: 227 723 306 408 975

Passcode: WX2Lw9Mb

Eligible Applicants

Eligible lead applicants include local educational agencies, community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, other public or private organizations, consortia of two or more agencies (including local and regional boards of education), Regional Educational Service Centers applying on behalf of LEAs, charter schools, and magnet schools.

All lead applicants are required to have:

• A letter of commitment from the Superintendent and each site principal (see Partnership & Collaboration, Question #4); and
• A completed Mandatory Superintendent, CBO, and Principal Signature Document (see Cover Page).

Eligible School Population Requirements

21st CCLC programs must be designed to serve students attending schools with a high concentration of low-income students, where at least 40 percent of students are eligible for free or reduced-price meals.

Office of Early Childhood Child Day Care Licensure Requirement

Programs proposing to serve school-age students through this funding opportunity must comply with child day care licensing requirements as defined under Section 19a-77 of the Connecticut General Statutes.

Applicants are required to provide one of the following:

• An assurance statement signed by the Superintendent or authorized personnel confirming that the public school district administers the after-school program and retains ultimate responsibility for the management and oversight of the program, including responsibility for program staff and children attending the program for the duration of the grant period; or
• A copy of the program’s current Office of Early Childhood child day care license if the Board of Education does not administer the program.