Bid guide
How to bid on STEM Plan support for High Desert ESD
What High Desert ESD is buying
High Desert ESD, in partnership with the STEM Hub Network, seeks a contractor for an accelerated six-month foundation phase to jumpstart implementation of Oregon’s 2026–2032 STEM Education Plan.
The plan was released in September 2026 and sets a shared vision for strengthening STEM education statewide. The opportunity may suit firms with relevant education or STEM implementation experience.
Key date and deadline
The solicitation was published October 22, 2026. Responses are due November 20, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET.
Submit before the deadline. The available description does not specify what happens after the deadline.
Who this opportunity may suit
This opportunity is relevant to firms that support education initiatives or STEM programs. The plan was developed with educators, STEM Hub leaders, industry representatives, higher education partners, community organizations, and state agencies.
The description does not provide eligibility details, so review the solicitation documents for any stated qualifications or restrictions.
How to find and respond to the bid
Open the bid’s detail page using “View original source.” The documents are listed there, and viewing them is public without signing in. The solicitation is S-P09003-00018247 on OregonBuys, the State of Oregon procurement portal.
To quote electronically, register a free vendor account on the portal. Otherwise, follow the submission directions in the bid documents. Submit before November 20, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET.
Prepare a focused response
Read the full solicitation and identify the requested work, submission instructions, and any required response format. Use the solicitation’s language and answer each stated requirement directly.
Explain how your firm would support a six-month foundation phase for the statewide STEM plan. Make your experience relevant to the plan’s education and partnership context, and check your response for completeness before submitting.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from High Desert ESD; the original posting controls.