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Education Service Center Region 13

Independent Review and Evaluation Services for Charter School and Related Applications

Due
Dec 8, 2026
Questions due
Nov 12, 2026
Budget
$10,000 – $50,000
Estimate
Contract
16 months
Location
  • Austin, Texas, United States
Posted
Oct 29, 2026
Category
Education, Training & Libraries

SUMMARY

Education Service Center Region 13 is seeking qualified individuals to serve as independent reviewers for open-enrollment charter school applications and other charter-related grant opportunities.
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DESCRIPTION

Education Service Center Region 13, in collaboration with the Texas Education Agency, is establishing a Qualified Providers List of individuals to conduct objective, thorough, and consistent reviews of charter school applications and related grant opportunities. Selected reviewers will be engaged on an as-needed basis. The initial contract term extends through April 30, 2028, with potential extensions through April 30, 2031.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

  • Must hold a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university
  • Must demonstrate at least one year of direct professional experience working with or supporting charter schools
  • Must demonstrate eligibility to receive compensation for services under Texas Education Code § 11.006
  • Must complete a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire
  • Must submit a current résumé not to exceed two pages

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TIMELINE

Solicitation Issued: October 29th, 2026

Questions Due - Round 1: November 12th, 2026

Answers Posted - Round 1: November 17th, 2026

Submission Deadline - Round 1: December 8th, 2026

Notification of Selection - Round 1: January 7th, 2027

Submission Deadline - Final Round: February 28th, 2028

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Education Service Center Region 13

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When is the submission deadline?
Submissions are due December 8, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 12, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?
Settle estimates the budget at $10,000 – $50,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?
It was issued by Education Service Center Region 13. The work is located in Austin, Texas, United States.

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