Sole Source Letter (2).docx
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This is a sole source letter from Literacy Minnesota to the City of Philadelphia's Executive Director of Adult Education, dated May 27, 2025, justifying the selection of Northstar Digital Literacy as a sole source provider. The letter addresses the procurement of Northstar Digital Literacy, an online, internet-based service that provides 17 basic digital literacy assessments across three subject areas: Basic Computer Skills, Basic Software Skills, and Using Technology in Daily Life. The program includes curriculum materials available for in-person or distance delivery, self-directed online learning modules, and supporting resources. Assessments and instructional materials are available in both Spanish and English. The service is designed to help adults with limited digital skills acquire competencies necessary for employment, higher education, and daily life. Literacy Minnesota, a nonprofit organization, is identified as the sole source provider of this comprehensive digital literacy platform.
Literacy Minnesota provides exclusive access to Northstar Digital Literacy through organizational portals, student account creation capabilities, online proctoring training, assessment result databases, certificate and badge award functionality, and technical assistance. All platform features operate remotely, allowing organizations to track student progress through online systems. The related state and local contract opportunity indicates that this small order purchase will be awarded as a whole or by line item at the City's discretion to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the seller required to quote all items for award eligibility. No services are to be delivered or provided until authorized by the department.
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5/27/25 Christine Houck Executive Director, Adult Education Adult education Philadelphia
Dear Christine Houck:
Northstar Digital Literacy, a program of the nonprofit Literacy Minnesota, is an online, internet-based service which provides 17 basic digital literacy assessments, under the headings of Basic Computer Skills, Basic Software Skills, and Using Technology in Daily Life; curriculum for each subject area, which can be used in-person or at a distance; and self-directed online learning. Assessments and online learning modules are available in both Spanish and English. The assessments and instructional materials provide an important means of helping adults with limited digital skills master the skills needed for employment, higher education, and daily life. Use of Northstar can assist cities and other organizations improve the digital literacy skills of their residents, enhancing civic engagement and contributing to a healthy economy.
Literacy Minnesota is the sole source provider of Northstar Digital Literacy, which includes portals through which organizations can access the assessments, a database that includes the test results of all those completing assessments through the portal, online proctor training, the ability to award Northstar Certificates and Badges, and technical assistance. Locations can create Northstar accounts for students to access the self-guided instruction and practice, and track their progress online. All features can be used remotely.
Sincerely, Eric Nesheim Managing Director, Digital Strategies Literacy Minnesota image1.png image2.png image3.jpeg
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