When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due September 7, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 28, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $18,000.

It was issued by Lead The Way. The work is located in Ohio, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Education, civic engagement, or public policy consulting firm. Experience designing student leadership and political education programs. Skilled facilitators able to deliver simulations, workshops, and experiential learning. Demonstrated ability to engage students and track program outcomes. Experience working with government or public-sector organizations.

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Overview

Education, Training & Libraries

Ohio, United StatesPosted: August 13, 2026Deadline: September 7, 2026

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SUMMARY

A government authority in Ohio is seeking a consultant to deliver a one-year student politics program focused on civic engagement, public service, policy, and political processes. The provider will facilitate educational and experiential activities and measure program outcomes.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must demonstrate relevant experience delivering services for youth, schools, nonprofits, or community-based programs
Must demonstrate expertise in civic engagement, public service, policy, or political processes
Must have capacity to manage timelines, staffing, communication, and reporting
Must be able to provide safe, inclusive, and high-quality services
Must provide appropriate licenses, certifications, insurance, and compliance documentation if required
Must provide positive references from prior clients or partners
Must complete LTW’s Vendor Packet, Master Service Agreement, and Worksite Agreement
Must pass a clear background check for any individual having contact with LTW youth or families
Must demonstrate a high level of cultural competence

BUDGET

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$18,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

RFP released: August 7th, 2026

Questions due: August 28th, 2026

Responses to questions issued: September 2nd, 2026

Proposal due date: September 7th, 2026

Review period: September 7th - September 14th, 2026

Interviews: September 7th - September 14th, 2026

Notice of selection: September 21st, 2026

Contract start date: October 1st, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

August 28, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

Lead The Way

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Ohio seeks a consultant to provide students in politics services for a one-year contract period. The selected vendor will design and deliver programming that exposes students to civic engagement, public service, policy, and political processes.

Services may include facilitating educational sessions, simulations, guest speaker opportunities, and experiential learning activities. The consultant will encourage informed participation, leadership development, and understanding of civic systems, while tracking participant engagement and program outcomes.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due September 7, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 28, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $18,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Lead The Way. The work is located in Ohio, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Education, civic engagement, or public policy consulting firm
Experience designing student leadership and political education programs
Skilled facilitators able to deliver simulations, workshops, and experiential learning
Demonstrated ability to engage students and track program outcomes
Experience working with government or public-sector organizations

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