Ontario Planet bids #1986

Evaluation Services for Ontario Promise Corps Program (AmeriCorps-Funded)

This opportunity seeks qualified evaluation firms to provide comprehensive evaluation services for the Ontario Promise Corps Program, a community initiative funded by AmeriCorps and managed by the City of Ontario's Community Life & Culture Agency. - Government Buyer: - City of Ontario, Community Life & Culture Agency, Purchasing Department - Scope of Services: - Design and implement a three-year evaluation framework (2026-2029) for the Ontario Promise Corps Program - Conduct data collection, analysis, and reporting to meet AmeriCorps federal grant requirements - Use mixed methods including surveys, focus groups, and program record analysis - Deliverables include updates to the program logic model, data collection tools, midterm and annual evaluation reports, and a final grant cycle evaluation report - Notable Requirements: - Demonstrated expertise in evaluating AmeriCorps-funded initiatives is required - Non-negotiable insurance limits - Mandatory electronic proposal submission via PlanetBids - Inclusion of a Non-Collusion Declaration Form and a separate fee proposal - Contract may be awarded in whole or in part by the City Council - No OEMs or specific products are involved, as this is a professional services solicitation - NIGP Codes: 91800 (Consulting Services), 91812 (Analytical Studies and Surveys (Consulting))

Description

The City of Ontario is soliciting proposals for Evaluation Management Services for the Ontario Promise Corps Program, a strategic initiative aimed at expanding educational access and improving outcomes for underserved residents. The selected firm will design and implement a comprehensive evaluation framework, including qualitative and quantitative methods, to assess program performance and compliance with AmeriCorps funding requirements. Proposals must be submitted electronically by May 1, 2026, and include a PDF of the Non-Collusion Declaration Form. The contract award is subject to budget availability and the City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.

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