Opportunity
North Carolina eVP #179-2627-284-DIST_RIGHTSIZE
Consulting Services for Districtwide Rightsizing and Consolidation Study – Durham Public Schools
Posted
July 29, 2026
Respond By
August 25, 2026
Identifier
179-2627-284-DIST_RIGHTSIZE
NAICS
541611
Durham Public Schools is seeking consulting services for a districtwide rightsizing and consolidation feasibility study. - Government Buyer: - Durham Public Schools, Purchasing Department - Scope of Services: - Comprehensive analysis of all district schools, including: - Demographic and enrollment projections - Facility capacity and utilization review - Attendance boundary optimization - School consolidation feasibility - School choice analysis - Financial impact assessment - Community engagement planning - Scenario modeling and implementation recommendations - Deliverables: - Detailed reports, scenario models, financial statements, and actionable recommendations - Proposal Requirements: - Firms must submit detailed qualifications, methodology, timeline, experience, and fee proposals - Submission of three physical copies and one electronic copy (no electronic-only bids) - Notable Requirements: - Transparent, data-driven process with community involvement - Adherence to federal guidelines if federal funds are used - No specific OEMs or product vendors are mentioned, as this is a request for professional consulting services
Description
Durham Public Schools is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms to conduct a comprehensive districtwide rightsizing and consolidation study. The selected firm will evaluate district schools based on enrollment projections, facility capacity utilization, attendance boundary optimization, operational efficiencies, and financial considerations. The firm will deliver a school consolidation feasibility study with actionable recommendations to optimize the District's footprint, ensuring equitable access to high-quality learning environments while maximizing operational efficiency. The process should be transparent, data-driven, and community-engaged, resulting in implementable recommendations for the Board of Education.