50-S0072-24-CP322_Pearson Sole Source.pdf.PDF

This document appears to be a sole source justification for the procurement of Pearson products and services for the state of Texas. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is seeking to enter into a sole source contract with Pearson for the continued use of their assessment and learning management system tools. The contract would cover the annual licensing and maintenance of these Pearson products, with an initial term of 1 year and the option to renew for up to 4 additional 1-year terms.

The sole source justification cites Pearson's proprietary and copyrighted content, as well as the technical integration and compatibility required between the Pearson products and TEA's existing systems and data. No specific quantities or pricing details are provided, but the document notes the annual estimated value of the contract will be approximately $44 million, to be funded through state and federal education program allocations. The sole source determination is based on Pearson's status as the incumbent provider of these specialized assessment and learning management tools for the state of Texas.