SLED Opportunity · TEXAS · EL PASO COMMUNITY COLLEGE
AI Summary
El Paso Community College seeks proposals for a truck driving training program partnership. The RFP includes educational and training services, cost proposals, compliance requirements, and detailed submission instructions. Key dates: open 2026-07-26, questions due 2026-08-07, close 2026-08-20.
The District is issuing this Request for Proposals (RFP) in connection with its desire for a truck driving training program partnership.
| Status | Event Name | Location | Description | Dates | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ongoing | Open Date | Online Portal | Posting date for the Opportunity | Jul 26th 2026, 12:00 AM MDT | N/A |
| Upcoming | Questions Due Date | Online Portal | Deadline to submit Questions | Aug 7th 2026, 5:00 PM MDT | N/A |
| Upcoming | Close Date | Online Portal | Deadline for Submissions | Aug 20th 2026, 2:00 PM MDT | N/A |
| Upcoming | Evaluate by Date | Online Portal | Deadline to evaluate Project Submissions | Sep 30th 2026, 12:00 AM MDT - Sep 30th 2026, 12:00 AM MDT | No |
Note: Template files for the items below (BidTables, Questionnaires) are available in the Attachments section of this opportunity.
| Name | Type | # Files | Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Signed Proposal Form | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Original contract term: Cost proposal for Truck Driving Training Program, semester price per student, per specifications/requirements as outlined in RFP #26-005 for rendered services on one (1) campus. Respondents shall base the price per student, per semester, on 2-4 trucks per campus. Respondent must state all anticipated expenses as part of its proposal submittal. | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Original contract term: Cost proposal for Truck Driving Training Program, semester price per student, per specifications/requirements as outlined in RFP #26-005 for rendered services on two (2) campuses. Respondents shall base the price per student, per semester, on 2-4 trucks per campus. Respondent must state all anticipated expenses as part of its proposal submittal. | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Respondent hereby agrees that any costs not outlined in its entire proposal response (initial contract term and any subsequent renewal contract term) will not be charged to the District or the student. | Data Type: Yes/No | N/A | Required |
| Describe any additional unique business features, pricing arrangements, special services, prompt-pay discounts, terms, and conditions or other value-added services that could be provided under any agreement resulting from this RFP. | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| If awarded, the respondent agrees to hold its proposed pricing through, at minimum, the duration of the initial contract term of two (2) years. | Data Type: Yes/No | N/A | Required |
| Will any District data be stored on devices not owned and controlled by the respondent? | Data Type: Yes/No | N/A | Required |
| Pursuant to Texas Government Code 2063.408(d)-(f), relating to cloud computing State Risk and Authorization Management Program (Program), respondent represents and warrants that it complies with the requirements of the Program and agrees that throughout the term of any contract awarded by District it shall comply with the requirements of the Program in the performance of said contract OR, alternatively, respondent represents and warrants that no District data will be stored on or communicated to the cloud. | Data Type: Yes/No | N/A | Required |
| If awarded a contract with a technology solution, the respondent agrees to comply at all times throughout the awarded contract term(s) with the EPCC Information Technology Technical Requirements V2.2 attached as Exhibit A OR, alternatively, respondent represents and warrants that no District data will be stored on or communicated to the cloud or the respondent’s servers or devices. | Data Type: Yes/No | N/A | Required |
| If awarded, does the respondent agree to sign a Data Use Agreement designed to provide optimum security protection to any District student information and college institutional information requiring protection from unauthorized release or exposure? | Data Type: Yes/No | N/A | Required |
| Respondents should describe what separates their company from other organizations performing the same service. | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Respondents should submit with their proposal response evidence that they have complied with the District’s insurance requirements as stated on the District’s General Conditions of Contract. Please refer to IV. VENDOR REQUIREMENTS, items 9 and 10, for instructions pertaining to commercial liability insurance. | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Respondents shall submit evidence of a minimum of three (3) years of professional service providing similar services, preferably to higher education clients. Evidence must be submitted with proposal response. | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Respondents shall submit evidence with their proposal response that they possess current, applicable permits, licenses and certifications required for this type of business function to comply with city, state and federal regulations. When performing the services described herein, awarded vendor shall, at all times, comply with all local, state, and federal laws. | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Respondents must state whether its solution includes the use of technology and/or software. Moreover, respondents must specify browsers, systems, and devices (by way of example and not limitation, Mac, mobile handheld devices) supported. Respondents should be advised that depending on how they answer, they may be asked to complete one or more of the forms in Exhibit A or Exhibit B contained herein. | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Respondent must describe data backup, retention, and recovery approach and responsibilities. Outline your company’s process for system recovery. | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Respondent must specify who owns the data and how it will be used and protected. | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Respondent shall describe what measures will be implemented to ensure content/assessment security. | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Respondent shall describe how students are authenticated. | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Respondent shall describe the system’s compliance with FERPA and other relevant privacy and security requirements. How is student information protected? | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Respondent shall describe the process for receiving routine support and for issue escalation. In addition, list the support contacts, guaranteed response time, and methods of support (phone, email, chat). | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Respondent shall outline their proposed procedures for handling the District's account and include the name of an account representative who shall have overall responsibility for the account. | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Respondents shall provide contact name(s), email address(es), and telephone number(s) for customer service representative(s) for the coordination of services as needed by the District. | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Questionnaire Form- Responses Mandatory | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Exhibit A- IT Technical Requirements- Vendor Response Form | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Exhibit B- Artificial Intelligence (AI)- Vendor Disclosure Form | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Attachment A – References | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Attachment B – Organization Details | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Texas Family Code Form – Signature and SSN or Federal Tax ID Number Required | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Required Contract Clauses Form (NON-Federal Funds) – Signatures Required | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Conflict of Interest Questionnaire – Name of Vendor, Signature and Date Required | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Confidentiality Agreement- Date, Signature and Title Required | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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