This grant funds expert financial analysis and review services to help the Indiana Board for Proprietary Education monitor the fiscal health of proprietary schools.
Funder: Indiana Commissioner for Higher Education
Due Dates: September 14, 2026 (Deadline to submit written questions) | October 2, 2026 (Proposal submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Estimated total: $100,000 over 2 years (November 2026–November 2028); actual award based on proposal; pricing per review.
Summary: Supports administrative services to assess and monitor the financial health of Indiana proprietary education institutions on behalf of the Board for Proprietary Education.
The Indiana Commission for Higher Education seeks a vendor to provide administrative services supporting the Indiana Board for Proprietary Education (BPE). The main focus is on evaluating the financial health of proprietary institutions using a methodology based on audited financial statements and the Financial Responsibility Composite Score (FRCS). The selected contractor will conduct both basic and in-depth financial reviews, present findings to the Board, and respond to ongoing inquiries throughout the year. This initiative aims to enhance oversight and ensure student protection by supplementing federal metrics with expert financial analysis.