Custom Class Charter School
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
Ongoing Operations and Financial Services
Custom Class Charter School
3083 E 2890 S Cir.
St. George, UT 84790
Phone: 435-680-8046
Email: info@customclass.org
Website: www.customclass.org
SECTION I: Selection Schedule
Notice of RFP: May 22 - June 5, 2026 (published on the Custom Class website)
Submission Deadline: Monday, June 5, 2026, by 5:00 pm to info@customclass.org
Proposals must be submitted in compliance with Section IV.
SECTION II: Introduction
A. Purpose and Overview
Custom Class Charter School ('Custom Class') invites proposals for ongoing operations and financial services beginning in July 2026. The school will be in a pre-operational state until August 2026, when direct student services will commence. Custom Class aims to serve approximately 920 students in grades Kindergarten through 12 across Utah by 2028.
We are seeking experienced professionals or organizations to provide effective operational support, facility oversight, internal financial management, and policy-compliant procedures during our pre-operational and operational phases. The selected offeror will work closely with Custom Class leadership, vendors, contractors, and the Governing Board to ensure that facilities are well managed and that financial plans, projections, and internal controls support the school's mission and long-term stability.
B. Award of Contract
The contract will be awarded to the offeror whose proposal is determined most advantageous to Custom Class, based on price and evaluation factors outlined in this RFP.
SECTION III: Proposal Information
A. Submission Compliance
Proposals must adhere strictly to the requirements detailed in Section IV.
B. Proposal Limits
Only one proposal per offeror will be accepted. Offerors may include any specialized or unique services they intend to provide.
C. Evaluation Process
A committee appointed by the Custom Class Governing Board will evaluate proposals. Discussions may be held with offerors to ensure full responsiveness.
D. Reservation of Rights
Issuance of this RFP does not obligate Custom Class to accept any proposals or incur costs. No contractual obligation exists until formally executed by the Governing Board.
E. Proposal Ownership
All submissions become the property of Custom Class.
F. Final Offers
The evaluation committee may request final proposals from qualifying offerors.
SECTION IV: Proposal Requirements
A. Cover Letter Requirements: - Statement of intent to provide outlined services - Legal company name - Complete address - Contact person's name, phone number, and email - Signature, title, and submission date of authorized representative
B. Proposal Content: Proposals must fully address all specifications listed in Section V.
C. Submission Format and Deadline: Proposals must be submitted electronically in PDF format to info@customclass.org by 5:00 pm, June 5, 2026. Cost details must be clearly identified in a separate PDF file.
D. Email Subject Line: 'Request for Proposal - Custom Class Ongoing Operations and Financial Services'
E. Signature Requirement: All proposals must bear the signature of the submitting party.
SECTION V: Specifications
Scope of Services
Ongoing Operations and Financial Services responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Oversight and coordination of facility use, scheduling, and operational readiness
Coordination of facility maintenance, repairs, service needs, and preventive maintenance planning
Support for facility security procedures, access controls, safety expectations, and related vendor coordination
Construction oversight, including coordination with contractors, design professionals, vendors, and school leadership
Monitoring construction timelines, deliverables, documentation, and project-related communications
Development and maintenance of clear financial plans, projections, and operating budgets
Cash flow planning and monitoring to ensure adequate funds are available for ongoing operations and school obligations
Debt service planning, tracking, and coordination with applicable financing documents and board expectations
Implementation and support of internal financial procedures consistent with board policies
Procurement support, including requisitions, purchasing, ordering, vendor coordination, and documentation
Equipment tagging, inventory tracking, asset documentation, and coordination of procedures for school-owned property
Preparation and organization of financial information needed for leadership review and board reporting
Coordination with the Business Administrator, Executive Director, Governing Board, and other school representatives as needed
Support for operational compliance with applicable board policies, contractual obligations, and internal procedures
Key Performance Indicators
Facilities are well managed, safe, functional, and ready to support school operations and student services.
Facility maintenance, security, and construction-related responsibilities are clearly tracked and completed in a timely manner.
Financial plans and projections are clear, current, and useful for leadership and board decision-making.
Cash flow is positive, monitored and maintained at levels that support ongoing operations, debt service, and planned obligations.
Procurement, requisitions, ordering, equipment tagging, and asset tracking are completed consistently and in compliance with board policies.
Internal financial procedures are clearly documented, implemented, and followed.
Experience and Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Demonstrated track record in operational management, facility oversight, and/or financial administration
Experience supporting schools, charter schools, nonprofit organizations, public entities, or other regulated organizations preferred
Knowledge of budgeting, cash flow management, procurement procedures, internal controls, and financial reporting expectations
Experience coordinating facilities, vendors, maintenance, security procedures, construction projects, or capital improvement projects
Strong references and documented history of reliability, responsiveness, and compliance-oriented service
Cost and Contract Terms
Contract Requirements:
Service initiation date: July 2026
Fixed monthly fee clearly outlined
Initial term of one year, renewable annually at the discretion of Custom Class for up to 5 years.
Contract must include termination clauses consistent with state law and board policy including failure to perform services or meet key performance indicators.
SECTION VI: Evaluation Criteria
Non-Cost Criteria (150 points total)
Scope of Services (75 points): Ability to fulfill responsibilities detailed in Section V, including facility use, maintenance, security, construction oversight, financial procedures, procurement, cash flow planning, debt service coordination, and asset tracking
Experience and Qualifications (75 points): Relevant experience, demonstrated capacity, responsiveness, and history of success.
Cost Criteria (100 points total)
Fixed Monthly Cost: Clarity, transparency, and overall cost-effectiveness of fee structure
Total Available Points: 250 points
*NOTE: Cost is evaluated and scored independent from other criter
Notice of Special Accommodations (ADA)
If you are in need of special accommodations please reach out to info@customclass.org