Opportunity
Dekalb County School District Ionwave #RFP 26-736 Addendum 1
Comprehensive Special Education Audit Services for DeKalb County School District
Posted
May 07, 2026
Respond By
June 16, 2026
Identifier
RFP 26-736 Addendum 1
NAICS
541611
The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) is seeking qualified vendors to conduct a comprehensive audit of its Special Education program. - Government Buyer: - DeKalb County School District (DCSD), Department of Exceptional Education, Vendor Services Department, Procurement - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or named vendors are specified, as this is a service-based procurement - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive, independent audit of DCSD's Special Education department - Review of instructional practices, legal compliance, operational effectiveness, fiscal management, and service delivery - Deliverables include project plans, interim and final reports, presentations, and an implementation roadmap - Optional services: development of templates (IEP quality checklists, caseload calculators), professional learning sessions (in-person and virtual), and 90 days of technical assistance post-report - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Vendors must have at least 5 years of experience in K-12 or state-level special education audits - Compliance with background checks and data privacy laws is mandatory - Strict adherence to deliverable timelines (audit to be completed within 22-24 weeks from Notice to Proceed) - Electronic submission via IonWave platform is required - Optional virtual pre-proposal conference available - Contract includes a one-year base period with up to four one-year extension options
Description
DeKalb County School District (DCSD) is requesting qualified vendors to submit proposals to conduct a comprehensive Special Education audit. The scope includes furnishing services and performing tasks as described in the RFP and the vendor's final responsive proposal. The process involves an optional virtual pre-proposal conference, a question submission deadline, and a proposal submission deadline. The award will be made following a virtual public acknowledgment event.