Title I funds may be used to secure the services of Consultants, provided that the request is in line with the school’s improvement plan and meets the requirements of Title I of NCLB.  Contracted services must also be deemed as necessary and reasonable.  District contracting and procurement procedures must be followed at all times. 

Contract

In consulting situations of any significant magnitude, a contract should be executed to protect your school and the district.

·    A contract must be written with specific deliverables identified along with a rate of pay (hourly, daily, etc.) so that invoices can be submitted identifying the work completed. 

·    In some circumstances, a consultant might expect you to sign a contract or agreement drafted with their terms.  These must be reviewed by the Funded Programs Office to ensure they are in line with Title I requirements and by Purchasing to ensure the provisions are in line with Minnesota law and district policy.   

If you are interested in contracting with a consultant who previously worked with the Saint Paul Public Schools, you must work with HR prior to any work beginning.

·    You will need to submit the “Independent Contractor/Employee Determination Questionnaire” to HR.

·    If they are determined to be a consultant, then you will follow procedures for consultants.