Request for Quotes for Facilitator and Training Services (RFQ) 2024-2025 - Two-Day Development Workshop

Sep 12, 2026

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Request for Quotes (RFQ) solicits qualified training facilitators to design and conduct a two-day, intensive, hands-on management workshop for the Early Learning Coalition of the Big Bend Region (ELC). The selected facilitator will deliver outcome-driven sessions focused on key management skill development, quality customer service, project management, and strategic alignment, with optional inclusion of ELC’s leadership team for selected topics. The contract term runs May 5, 2025 through September 30, 2025, with training scheduled May 28–29, 2025 in Tallahassee, Florida.

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I. Purpose This Request for Quotes (RFQ) seeks to identify and contract with a Training Facilitator (“Facilitator”) who has a minimum of five (5) years of experience delivering high-quality training services to nonprofit management teams. The selected Facilitator will design and lead a two-day, intensive, hands-on workshop focused on strengthening participants’ ability to apply practical strategies that enhance organizational performance and effectively lead high-functioning teams. II. Background The Early Learning Coalition of the Big Bend Region, Inc. (ELC) is accepting Quotes for a Facilitator to plan and conduct a Two-Day Development Workshop for its Management Team. This workshop will strive to enhance the development of ELC’s Management Team, emphasizing enhancement of key management skills, quality customer service, project management, and strategic alignment. ELC operates as a not-for-profit corporation and incorporated as the Leon School Readiness Coalition in 2001 as required by the School Readiness Act of 1999 (411 .01 F.S.) . In response to legislative requirements, ELC has gone through several transitions, mergers as well as name changes, and expanded its service area in 2005 to encompass the seven counties it serves today. Headquartered in Tallahassee, Florida, ELC currently has 47 employees and serves Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Taylor, and Wakulla Counties. A contracted partner with the Florida Department of Education’s (DOE) Division of Early Learning (DEL), ELC is responsible for the administration of the School Readiness (SR) and Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) programs. III. Target Audience The training is intended for ELC’s Management Team, which includes the Provider Relations Manager, Procurement and Contracts Manager, Early Care and Education Manager, Community Relations Manager, Communications Director, and two (2) Family Services Managers. This team is committed to advancing their leadership skills and preparing for future workforce demands and organizational growth through focused professional development. Additionally, members of the leadership team may join specific segments of the training as their schedules allow and when appropriate. IV. Scope of Work (SOW) The selected Respondent (Contractor) will plan, design, and facilitate a two-day management training workshop. The Contractor is encouraged to bring at least one additional Trainer who is a qualified Subject Matter Expert (SME) . The program should include hands-on activities and intensive, interactive sessions that foster the professional development and leadership growth of ELC’s Management Team. Term: The anticipated Term of the Contract resulting from this solicitation will begin on May 5, 2025 , orthe date the last required party signs the Agreement (Execution Date) and will end on September 30, 2025. No contract renewals or extensions will be offered. Training Dates: Wednesday, May 28 – Thursday May 29, 2025 Location: Tallahassee, Florida A. Training Objectives The Facilitator and their Subject Matter Expert(s) (SMEs) will design, develop, and deliver an interactive and engaging two-day program that challenges and empowers ELC’s Management Team to apply newly acquired skills and knowledge. The workshop should be outcome-driven, supporting participants in achieving the following objectives: 1) Key Management Skill Development a) People Management Skills b) Courageous Conversations/Empowering Teams c) What’s Your Why? (Acting with Purpose) d) Effective Employee Engagement e) Leading Under Pressure/Managing Emotions f) Building Trust and Integrity/Cultivating Ethical Leadership/Building Trustworthy Environments g) Running Effective Meetings/Meeting vs. Email/Action Items/Agendas/Structure h) Leadership Presence as both a Leader and a Participant 2) Quality Customer Service a) Ensuring Customer Satisfaction b) Improving Customer Service Skills Within Constraints, Optim

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What is the main purpose of this RFQ?

The RFQ identifies and contracts with a training facilitator to plan and lead a two-day, hands-on workshop for ELC’s management team.

Who is the target audience for the training?

The training is intended for ELC’s management team, including multiple functional managers, with the possibility that members of the leadership team may join some segments based on schedules.

What are the training dates and where will it take place?

The training is scheduled for Wednesday, May 28 to Thursday, May 29, 2025, in Tallahassee, Florida.

Sep 12, 2026

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