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Accreditation Services for Commonwealth Technical Institute under ACCSC Standards

The Commonwealth Technical Institute (CTI) at the Hiram G. Andrews Center, under the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry, is seeking a qualified accreditation body to provide comprehensive evaluation and accreditation services in line with Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) standards. - Government Buyer: - Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry - Commonwealth Technical Institute (CTI) at Hiram G. Andrews Center - Vocational Rehabilitation Education Office - Services Requested: - Full accreditation and evaluation services for CTI under ACCSC standards - Workshops to review accreditation requirements with CTI staff - Processing of annual report applications, renewal applications, and sustaining rate assessments - Evaluation and approval of new degree programs - Review and approval of substantive program modifications (e.g., curriculum changes, credit adjustments) - Change evaluations for significant program updates - Unannounced and commission-directed site visits to assess compliance - Assignment of evaluators for program changes, with fees based on assessment complexity - Notable Requirements: - Vendor must be an accredited firm authorized to provide ACCSC accreditation services - Five-year reporting and service cycle - All labor, materials, and travel costs included - Timely submission of documentation to avoid penalties - Itemized invoicing for all services rendered - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are involved, as this is a service-based accreditation procurement.

Description

The Commonwealth Technical Institute (CTI) is seeking the services of an accredited firm qualified to evaluate and accredit the institution under the standard of the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). The project duration is 5 years. The solicitation is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for accreditation services. Bids are due by July 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. The project is located in Cambria County, Pennsylvania.

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