ShakeAlert Early Childhood Learning Resource Development project

The US Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting market research for the ShakeAlert Early Childhood Learning Resource Development project, seeking professional services to create earthquake preparedness educational materials for K-5 students. The project aims to develop comprehensive lesson packages and multimedia resources that educate children about earthquake safety and the ShakeAlert early warning technology. Contractors must have at least 5 years of experience developing safety education curriculum for children ages 5-10, with a preference for earthquake preparedness expertise. The solicitation is currently in a sources sought phase, with electronic capability statements due by April 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM PST via email to yangzhideng@usgs.gov. Responses will be evaluated based on the contractor's ability to meet the statement of work, which includes creating state standards-aligned lesson packages and supporting educational resources.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside designations, and the project will use NAICS code 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services) with a size standard of $19.5 million. The contract is anticipated to run from April 30, 2025, to April 29, 2026, covering three primary tasks of curriculum development, resource creation, and multimedia production. The project will serve educational communities in California, Oregon, and Washington, targeting over 50 million people with earthquake safety information. Deliverables will include grade-specific lesson packages for K-1, 2-3, and 4-5 students, covering situational awareness and self-protection during earthquakes. The contractor will be required to participate in weekly management check-ins and submit monthly status reports, collaborating with a CEO&TE Focus Team comprising representatives from ShakeAlert states, project leads, and USGS management.