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Watch our presentation below to learn more about driving impact with Outcomes-Based Contracting. 

 

What is OBC?

Outcomes-Based Contracting (OBC) redefines educational success by tying vendor payments to student growth, not just service delivery.

Benefits of OBC

Adopting Outcome-Based Contracting can help ensure vendor accountability, boost student outcomes, and maximize district resource efficiency.

Do Any Districts Use OBC?

Yes! Boston Public Schools, Denver Public Schools, and Duval County Public Schools, just to name a few.*

 

*Information provided from Outcomes Based Contracting (OBC) In K-12: A Playbook.

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How it Works:

Your Pathway to Implementing OBC

 

 

With our Getting Started Guide, you can learn how to integrate Outcomes-Based Contracting into your district's initiatives. 

 

Download our free resource to get started.

 

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Are You Ready to Begin Your Journey in Outcomes-Based Contracting?

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does OBC differ from traditional contracting methods in education?

- Outcomes-Based Contracting is a strategy where a portion of a vendor's payment is directly tied to the achievement of specific, measurable student outcomes, shifting the focus from service delivery to actual results.

2. Why should a school district consider switching to OBC?

- Districts should consider OBC to enhance accountability, drive better educational outcomes, and ensure that investments directly contribute to student success.

3. How does OBC improve student outcomes?

- OBC aligns financial incentives with educational goals, motivating service providers to innovate and optimize their approaches to meet defined performance metrics."

4. What are the first steps in implementing OBC in a school district?

- To start with OBC, districts need to define clear, measurable outcomes, engage stakeholders for buy-in, and select vendors based on their ability to meet these outcomes. Download our Framework Guide to get started

5. How are outcomes measured and evaluated in OBC?

Outcomes in OBC are measured using pre-defined indicators and metrics, often developed with input from educational experts to ensure they are robust and reflective of true performance.

6. Can OBC be used for all types of educational services and programs?

While OBC is versatile, it is particularly effective for programs where outcomes can be clearly defined and measured, such as academic achievement, student engagement, and specific skill development.

Additional Resources 

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Getting Started Roadmap

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OBC Toolkit

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