About this opportunity
AI summaryThe Regional Supervision District Committee seeks proposals from qualified executive search consulting firms to manage the search and selection process for a new Superintendent of Schools. The selected contractor must conduct a nationwide search, engage diverse stakeholder groups, develop an appropriate compensation package, manage candidate communications and interviews, evaluate applicants, and perform reference and background checks. The initial contract term spans one year, extending from the award date until the selection and transition of the new superintendent.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- Regional Supervision District Committee
- Solicitation No.
- R11052026
Scope of work
- Provide advice and assistance to the Boards in the overall search, including the candidate interview process
- Assist the Boards in conducting a nationwide search generating a diversified pool of highly qualified candidates
- Recommend a search process including input from teachers, administrators, parents, students, Boards, and community members
- Develop a candidate profile and job description with significant input from the Boards
- Assist the Boards in developing an appropriate compensation package
- Advertise nationally and statewide, and solicit applications from superior candidates nationwide
- Communicate with candidates, manage expectations, and coordinate and facilitate the interview process
- Evaluate and rank qualified applicants, and conduct reference and background checks on interviewees and finalists
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Quality of written proposal | Not specified |
| Quality and responses of references | Not specified |
| Quality of any interviews | Not specified |
| Relevant experience with school and educational facility projects | Not specified |
| Ability of Proposer to meet or exceed the requirements defined in the Proposal Documents | Not specified |
| Completion of fee schedule | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Minimum of five (5) years experience with proven effectiveness to perform the Services requested
Documents to include with your response
- Cover Letter signed by the Principal not to exceed two pages
- Exhibit A Proposal Form - Fee Schedule
- Exhibit B Equal Opportunity Memorandum
- Exhibit C Reference Check form with minimum of three references
- Exhibit D Pending or Threatened Litigation disclosure form
- Exhibit E Statement on Non-Collusion and Other Practices
- Copies of resumes of key persons assigned to perform Services
- Description of business organization, ownership, organizational structure, and Principals
- Copies of insurance certificates for general liability and worker's compensation coverage
- Signed Certification form
Key dates
- RFP Issued
- November 6, 2026
- Questions Due
- November 19, 2026
- Responses to Questions Posted
- November 30, 2026
- Proposals Due
- December 3, 2026 at 2:30 PM
- Finalist Presentations & Interviews to Supervision District
- December 7 – 11, 2026
- Recommendation Made to Joint Boards of Education
- December 17, 2026 (tentative)
- Joint Boards of Education Meeting
- December 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM
- Estimated Contract Start
- January 1, 2027
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed hard copy by mail or delivery
- Instructions
- Submit one original and one copy in a sealed envelope marked with Proposer name, address, and RFP# R11052026 to Office of the Superintendent of Schools, PO Box 187, 1 Winthrop Rd, Deep River, CT 06417.
Contract details
- Term
- January 1, 2027 through June 30, 2027 school year, or from date of award until selection and transition of a new Superintendent of Schools
- Place of performance
- Chester, Deep River, Essex, and Regional School District No. 4, Connecticut
- Insurance and bonding
- Copies of insurance certificates for general liability and worker's compensation coverage; successful firm must provide original certificates naming the Boards as additional insureds.