When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due August 31, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 24, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $100,000.

It was issued by Massachusetts Department Of Elementary And Secondary Education. The work is located in Everett, Massachusetts, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Strategic planning and public communications consultancy. Experience supporting legislative, education, or reading initiatives. Expertise in developing communications strategies and stakeholder outreach. Strong capabilities in public-sector advisory engagements.

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Overview

Management Consulting & Admin Support

Everett, Massachusetts, United StatesPosted: August 18, 2026Deadline: August 31, 2026

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SUMMARY

A vendor is sought to develop a strategic plan and lead communications activities related to new reading legislation in Massachusetts.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be registered as a seller on COMMBUYS
Must submit response via COMMBUYS
Must comply with Commonwealth digital accessibility standards
Must be able to undergo CORI background checks for staff working with students or in educational settings
Must agree to Commonwealth terms and conditions
Must provide evidence of qualification and interest
Must provide a proposed scope of technical assistance comparable to or exceeding the value of the services proposed by Watershed Advisers

BUDGET

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$100,000

CONTRACT DURATION

70 months

TIMELINE

Questions Submission Deadline: August 24th, 2026

Bid Opening Date: August 31st, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

August 24, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Massachusetts Department Of Elementary And Secondary Education

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DESCRIPTION

The selected vendor will provide strategic planning and communications services related to new reading legislation.

Advisers will be expected to develop a strategic plan and plan and conduct communications activities supporting the legislation. The engagement requires expertise in strategic planning, stakeholder communications, and public-facing messaging.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due August 31, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 24, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $100,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Massachusetts Department Of Elementary And Secondary Education. The work is located in Everett, Massachusetts, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Strategic planning and public communications consultancy
Experience supporting legislative, education, or reading initiatives
Expertise in developing communications strategies and stakeholder outreach
Strong capabilities in public-sector advisory engagements

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