Keynote Speaker - School Safety and Crisis Response

Phoenix Union High School District No. 210 is seeking quotations for Keynote Speaker - School Safety and Crisis Response. Quote responses are to be submitted through the Procurement Portal no later than 10:00 am on Friday, May 8, 2026.

Background

Phoenix Union High School District was founded in 1895 and is comprised of 10 comprehensive high schools, four specialty schools, one college and career magnet school, three support schools, two micro schools, and a digital academy.  The District comprises over 220 square miles of metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona and has approximately 3,000 employees and an annual enrollment of more than 25,000 students.

Project Details

• Reference ID: LM2526-09
• Department: Procurement
• Department Head: - (-)

Evaluation Criteria

• Vendor Information and Qualifications (30 pts)
• Proposed Presentation Outline and Method of Approach (30 pts)
• Pricing. (30 pts) —

  While pricing is a consideration for award, it is not the only consideration. Award will not be made on price alone.

• Reference Letters (10 pts)

Submission Requirements

• Vendor Introduction Letter (required) —

  Include:

  • Location of Principal Office
  • Number of years providing professional speaking and training services
  • Summary of qualifications and experience related to school safety, crisis management, leadership, emergency response, and related fields.
  • Briefly describe similar keynote presentations or professional development engagements.
• Proposed Presentation Outline and Method of Approach (required) —

  Provide:

  • Overview of proposed keynote topics for both audiences.
  • Description of presentation format and audience engagement strategies.
  • Any customizable components specific to educational settings or school safety personnel.
• Will you be requiring the District to sign a contract or agreement for this service? (required)
• Please upload your Vendor required contract/agreement. (required)
• Please upload your detailed Pricing. (required) —

  Provide:

  • All fees associated with the keynote speaker services.
  • Travel and lodging costs (if any).
  • Any additional expenses or optional services.
• Reference Letters. (required) —

  Include three (3) reference letters from current or previous clients related to keynote speaking, professional development, school safety training, or leadership training.

• Request for Quotation Offer Form (required) —

  Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.  This form MUST be signed.

• Will you offer a prompt payment discount via invoice? (required)
• Provide discount (i.e., 10% net 15 days, etc.) (required)
• W9 (required) —

  Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

• Vendor Information Request Form (required) —

  Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

• EDGAR Certifications (required) —

  Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

• Additional Materials Submitted? (required)
• If yes, please upload additional materials. (required)
• Will you be using OpenGov's Electronic Pricing Table? (required)
• Will your Request for Quote have Evaluation Criteria other than Price? (required)