What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe Utah Military Academy Governing Board seeks proposals from qualified onshore USA education management organizations to deliver comprehensive charter school development, academic, operational, financial, compliance, governance, and facility coordination services. The selected contractor will implement an integrated full-service management model to operate the charter school in alignment with its military environment, Core Knowledge Sequences, and RISE leadership model. Offerors must possess experience in comprehensive education management, charter school startup, financial management, regulatory compliance, and any related military experience. Proposals evaluate criteria including Experience and Organizational Capacity at 25 percent, while the contract term spans the charter's duration unless legally renewed. Interested parties must direct inquiries to Curt Oda by November 12, 2026, at 3:00 PM local time. Final proposals require legal background, service delivery plans, and a separately submitted fee structure, which applicants must submit in PDF format to Curt Oda by November 16, 2026, at 3:00 PM MST.
Scope of work
- Charter school startup and development, including pre-opening planning and enrollment launch
- Academic and instructional support, curriculum implementation, PLC/MTSS systems, and special education compliance
- Operational management including staff recruitment, hiring, training, daily operations, and technology support
- Financial management covering budget development, accounting, payroll, cash flow, and audit preparation
- Compliance and regulatory oversight under Utah Charter School Act and federal education laws
- Governance and board support, including strategic reporting and policy support
- Facilities coordination supporting facility acquisition, planning, and operational readiness
- Marketing and community engagement to support enrollment targets
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Experience and Organizational Capacity | 25% |
| Operational and Compliance Strength | 20% |
| Financial Management | 20% |
| Charter Startup and Implementation Capability | 15% |
| Cost | 10% |
| Military Support and operations | 10% |
Minimum qualifications
- Experience providing comprehensive education management services
- Experience supporting charter school startup or implementation
- Financial management experience sufficient for charter operations
- Experience supporting regulatory and compliance requirements
- Ability to provide integrated operational, academic, and financial support
- Demonstrated organizational capacity and staffing resources
- Evidence of successful performance outcomes in comparable engagements
- Any related or similar military experience
Documents to include with your response
- Company Overview
- Service Plan
- Staffing Plan
- Financial Proposal (submitted separately)
- Performance Measures
- Compliance Statement
- Minimum of three references from charter schools or comparable organizations
- Plan of how the EMO would prioritize and support the vision, mission, and model of UMA
How to submit
- Method
- Instructions
- Proposals must be received in PDF format, with the financial proposal submitted separately.