University of Washington Workday #1255473

Consulting Services for Equitable Funding Allocation Model for Washington MESA Regional Centers

This opportunity is issued by the University of Washington's Washington MESA State Office to procure consulting services for designing an equitable funding allocation model for six regional MESA centers. - Government Buyer: - University of Washington - Washington MESA State Office - Procurement Services (Senior Contracts Manager: Dawn Lake) - Vendors/OEMs: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; open to qualified individual consultants or firms - Services Requested: - Consulting services to design a transparent, sustainable, and equity-centered funding allocation model - Comprehensive review of current funding practices - Stakeholder engagement with regional center leaders - Data analysis and framework development - Deliverables include work plans, reports, funding model drafts, and presentations - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Experience with equity-centered funding models and STEM education programs - Ability to conduct qualitative research and stakeholder interviews - Data-informed approach to model development - Completion within an 8-week period - Itemized budget not to exceed $25,000 - Statement of qualifications, methodology, timeline, key personnel, and references required - Evaluation Criteria: - Relevant experience, methodology, feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and references - No license or classification restrictions specified

Description

The Washington MESA State Office is seeking qualified individual consultants or firms to design an equitable funding allocation model for its six regional centers. This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) aims to select a consultant based on relevant experience, proposed methodology, and fit within the available budget and timeline. The project involves reviewing current funding models, engaging stakeholders, and developing a transparent, data-informed funding approach that promotes equity and supports student impact. The submission deadline is October 7, 2026, and proposals must be submitted via the University of Washington's Workday Strategic Sourcing website.

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