Specifications include, but are not limited to: The intention of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to solicit proposals for Advisors, Coaches, Counselors, Consultants, Speakers, and Trainers. HCDE will engage the contractor(s) based on HCDE’s needs. HCDE anticipates making multiple awards and will engage in contract(s) as needed to meet client and division needs. ADULT EDUCATION: Offers classes to educationally disadvantaged adults beyond compulsory school age in the Houston/Harris County metropolitan area BUSINESS SERVICES: Through the School Finance Council, HCDE’s Business Services division serves school district business managers and CFOs. HCDE’s School Finance Council provides training and pertinent information relative to school finance and business operations. CENTER FOR AFTER-SCHOOL, SUMMER AND EXPANDED LEARNING: Mobilizes the community to work together to ensure that every child in Harris County has access to an after-school program. CENTER FOR EDUCATOR SUCCESS (CES): Developed and designed to transform educator talent pipelines by partnering directly with districts to reimagine a comprehensive approach to educator recruitment, growth, advancement and leadership with the primary goal to inspire a new generation of educators to teach and lead in ways that generate real results and new opportunities for all children. All programming provided by CES is 100% focused on developing quality educators. CENTER FOR SAFE AND SECURE SCHOOLS: Advances safe and secure environments in schools, including emergency operations plan assistance.
