Long Range Vision

Request for Proposals - Systems and Sustainability Study

Proposal Document

Regional School Unit No. 5 (RSU 5) is seeking proposals from qualified consultants or firms to conduct a comprehensive systems and sustainability study. This study will provide in-depth analysis of our physical plant and staffing in order to inform district stakeholders of future pathways that would be designed to align the district’s foundational resources with its emerging Strategic Plan. By integrating a deep-dive organizational and staffing review with a rigorous assessment of physical infrastructure and logistics, the study aims to bridge current operational realities with future community aspirations. Our objective is to ensure that every FTE allocation, building square foot, and transportation asset is optimized to support long-term fiscal health and educational excellence in response to evolving demographic shifts. The selected consultant or firm will produce actionable recommendations, data-driven findings, and benchmarking insights to support RSU 5’s operational excellence goals.

 

Timeline

RFP Release: May 8, 2026

Questions Due: May 22, 2026

Proposal Submission Deadline: June 8, 2026

Interviews (if necessary): June 10, 2026

Contract Award Notification: June 11, 2026

Project Commencement: June 15, 2026

Final Report & Presentation: Preferred completion date is November 20, 2026

 

Questions and Contact Information

All questions regarding this RFP must be submitted in writing to grayt@rsu5.org by May 22, 2026.

Primary Contact: Tom Gray, RSU 5 Superintendent
Physical Address: 17 West Street, Freeport, ME 04032
Phone: (207) 865-0928
Email: grayt@rsu5.org
RSU5 is an equal opportunity employer and encourages proposals from diverse and minority
owned businesses.