Intent to Award Letter Summary

This is an Intent to Award Letter from the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE), Office of Special Education, for the High-Quality IEP Development and Implementation Pilot Project service contract. The solicitation seeks a qualified contractor to implement a comprehensive solution integrating technology, professional development, and support services to enhance educator effectiveness in special education settings. The contractor will provide a digital platform, professional learning resources, and data-driven tools for Individualized Education Program (IEP) development and implementation across selected Nebraska school districts. Key deliverables include ongoing professional learning, evidence-based instructional strategies aligned with ESSA Tiered Evidence standards, and a customizable framework supporting special education teachers, general educators, and school leaders. The original solicitation was released on August 25, 2025, with proposals due by September 24, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. Central Time. The contract term is initially one year with potential renewals for three additional one-year periods, totaling a maximum of four-year engagement.

The letter formalizes the award decision following the evaluation process based on the vendor's proven track record in improving outcomes for students with disabilities, capacity to provide comprehensive support, and ability to develop a scalable solution for potential statewide implementation. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types were identified in the procurement documentation. The Cost Sheet (Attachment B) was submitted as part of the proposal process, with vendors required to develop their own comprehensive cost structures. No incumbent vendor was previously identified for this initiative. The procurement was designed to pilot a solution that could expand to additional districts, indicating potential for significant future contract opportunities with the State of Nebraska.