Deschutes County is seeking qualified contractors to provide environmental education services focused on waste prevention, reuse, recycling, composting, and resource conservation. The selected contractor will develop and deliver educational programs targeting K-12 students across multiple school districts, including Bend, La Pine, Redmond, and Sisters. The program aims to meet Oregon Department of Environmental Quality Opportunity to Recycle requirements by promoting behavior change and reducing waste generation through curriculum development, classroom instruction, and outreach activities. The scope includes designing lesson plans, conducting in-school education, managing a grant program for sustainability initiatives, and performing program evaluations. Contractors will also be responsible for reporting outcomes, maintaining participation records, and supporting regulatory compliance documentation. The effort emphasizes measurable impact, student engagement, and continuous program improvement over the contract term.