Carnegie_Learning_Inc._26346SSDEST_080326.pdf

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HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

PROCUREMENT SERVICES

NOTICE OF INTENT

TO

PURCHASE SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE COMMODITIES AND SERVICES

The following commodities and services may be a “Single Source” or a “Sole Source” (only one (1) source from which to purchase the commodities and services).

Single/Sole Source No. & Vendor Name: 26346-SSD-EST Carnegie Learning: Que Chevere Learning Spanish Single/Sole Source Posting Date (7 business days): From: Monday, August 3, 2026 To: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 Protest Period (3 business days) From: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 To: Monday, August 17, 2026 Commodities and Services: See Exhibit A. SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE COMMODITIES AND SERVICES

This NOTICE OF INTENT TO PURCHASE SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE shall serve as a notification that a recommendation will be made to The School Board of Hillsborough County, Florida (the “School Board”) to award this single or sole source procurement to the referenced vendor of the commodities and contractual services described in Exhibit A: SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE COMMODITIES AND SERVICES. The description of the commodities and contractual services intended for purchase from a single source is posted in accordance with Rule 6A-1.012(12)(d), Florida Administrative Code. It will remain posted for seven (7) business days.

This is not a request for proposals, and no competitive solicitation is available. HCPS will not consider any response to be a proposal. Any responses received because of this notice will be considered solely to determine whether competition exists.

Interested firms or individuals may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement by uploading EXHIBIT B: RESPONSE TO PURCHASE SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE COMMODITIES AND SERVICES and all relevant documents via www.vendorlink.com. “Like” shall mean equal, equivalent, or identical. Interested firms will be considered only if they provide clear and convincing documentation demonstrating they can meet or exceed the requirements. All responses received within seven (7) business days after the publication of this Notice of Intent to Purchase Single/Sole Source will be reviewed by HCPS.

A determination by the General Manager of Procurement Services, or designee, and the Procurement Officer not to publish a competitive solicitation for this proposed action based on the responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the General Manager of Procurement Services.

Notice of Intent to Sole Source: If Procurement Services does not receive “like” commodities and services information during the Single/Sole Source posting period above, the purchase request shall be issued to the School Board or renewed as approved by the School Board. This section shall serve as notice of the intended decision to enter a single/sole source contract in the manner specified in § 120.57(3), Florida Statutes. It may negotiate the best terms and conditions with the single/sole source vendor. HCPS shall submit a recommendation to the School Board (www.hillsboroughschools.org/Page/3643) requesting approval to waive the solicitation process and proceed with the single/sole source purchase. Decisions concerning multiple-year sole sourcing are valid for one year after approval by the School Board and must be reposted and validated before the renewal period.

Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in § 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under Chapter 120, Florida Statutes. Any protest concerning HCPS’s decision must be received by the General Manager of Procurement Services at 901 E. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL 33602, within the prescribed time.

Superintendent of Schools Van Ayres http://www.vendorlink.com/ http://www.hillsboroughschools.org/Page/3643

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EXHIBIT A

SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE COMMODITIES AND SERVICES

1. Describe what the item is, a commodity or a service, and how it is to be used by HCPS.

¡Qué chévere! is a 4-level Spanish language program for grades 6-12 that immerses students in culture, communication, and community while supporting teachers with flexible instructional resources.

Overview of the Program

¡Qué chévere! is designed to help students become proficient and confident Spanish speakers through a student-centered approach that emphasizes authentic cultural experiences, communication, and community engagement. The program integrates texts, digital resources, and multimedia to provide a rich learning environment that goes beyond vocabulary and grammar, allowing students to connect with real-world Spanish-speaking contexts.

Curriculum and Levels

The program is structured into four levels, each aligned with educational standards and designed to progressively develop language skills. Each level includes:

• Unit plans and assessments tailored to different teaching frameworks, whether proficiency-based or structure-based.

• Cultural content embedded in every unit, including readings, videos, maps, and illustrations that reflect authentic Spanish-speaking communities.

• Activities for all three modes of communication: interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational, allowing students to listen, speak, read, and write in meaningful contexts.

Student and Teacher Resources

Students have access to vocabulary lists, practice exercises, and home support materials to reinforce learning outside the classroom. Workbooks, such as the Level 1 Workbook, provide step-by-step solutions to help students complete exercises confidently. Teachers benefit from:

• Professional Learning Video Library and lesson-by-lesson guidance.

• Instructional strategies and tips to enhance teaching and professional growth.

• Flexible resources that save planning time while maintaining high-quality instruction.

Cultural and Cross-Disciplinary Connections

¡Qué chévere! emphasizes cultural competence, encouraging students to reflect on their own culture while exploring Spanish-speaking regions. Units include sections like "Comparaciones" and "Perspectivas" to foster critical thinking, cultural comparisons, and connections to other disciplines. The program also addresses sensitive topics thoughtfully to promote democratic values and inclusive learning.

Additional Features

• Multimedia integration: audio, video, and interactive activities.

• Enrichment readings on current topics highlighting products, perspectives, and practices of Spanish-speaking regions.

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• Support for lifelong language learning for students, parents, and educators.

Overall, Carnegie Learning’s ¡Qué chévere! provides a comprehensive, culturally rich, and flexible Spanish curriculum that equips students with language skills and cultural understanding while supporting teachers with robust instructional resources.

2. What feature or particular condition of this commodity and service is unique and cannot be obtained from any other source?

Carnegie Learning will develop teacher practice within core instruction. The scope of this work is to provide teachers and leaders with the necessary experiences and tools to foster collaborative, student-focused classrooms that reflect 21st-century learning. Additionally, it aims to supply instructional leaders with the resources, experiences, and community support required for continuous, comprehensive, sustained support of their teachers, ultimately enhancing teacher performance and yielding favorable outcomes for students. Coaching and support occur directly in the classroom, featuring side-by-side guidance from Carnegie Learning's coaches. These coaches deliberately foster relationships with teachers and leaders, providing continuous support aligned with the school or district's improvement objectives, all aimed at the shared goal of student success.

3. Vendor-provided information.

We designed a program that lets students go beyond words—and gives teachers the flexible instructional pathways, authentic cultural content, and lasting partnership to make it happen.

Pathways to proficiency

Whether you follow a proficiency or structure-based instructional framework, our programs adapt to your teaching style. With clear unit plans, varied assessments, and flexible resources, every path leads to confident, communicative students.

Curated current culture

Students connect with voices, stories, and media from the Spanish-speaking world. With continuously updated, classroom-ready resources aligned to unit themes, teachers save time while students gain meaningful, focused content.

Culture isn’t an add-on—it’s at the heart of every unit.

Partnering for progress

Carnegie Learning offers built-in support and instructional resources to enhance teaching and professional growth. From the platform—including our Professional Learning Video Library—to the lesson-by-lesson tips, strategies, and guidance in your teacher materials, you’ll find everything you need to plan, teach, and reflect with confidence.

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EXHIBIT B

RESPONSE TO PURCHASE SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE

COMMODITIES AND SERVICES

The following must be completed, signed, and returned as part of your response. Your response will not be accepted without this form, signed by a supplier’s authorized agent.

Respondents who believe they have “like” commodities and services must:

• upload this EXHIBIT B: RESPONSE TO PURCHASE SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE COMMODITIES AND SERVICES; and

• provide sufficient information regarding their ability to supply the described commodities and services to allow for an evaluation to determine “like” commodities or “like” services.

Responses received after the Response Due Date and Time (see page one) will not be accepted.

Company Name:

Mailing Address:

City, State, Zip:

Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN):

Telephone Number:

Email:

Signature

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