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The Jackson Public School District (JPSD) in Jackson, Mississippi is issuing Request for Proposal (RFP) number 2026-10-26 for a Progress Monitoring Tool for English Learners (EL). This procurement seeks to acquire a comprehensive software solution or assessment platform designed to monitor and track the academic progress of English learner students within the district. The RFP requires vendors to demonstrate expertise in EL assessment methodologies and provide a tool that facilitates data collection, analysis, and reporting on student language proficiency and academic achievement. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held via Zoom on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. Central Standard Time, with attendance strongly encouraged. The deadline for submitting written questions is March 16, 2026, with answers to be provided on March 18, 2026. Electronic proposals must be submitted to the JPSD Business Office at 662 South President Street, Jackson, Mississippi, by 10:00 A.M. Local Prevailing Time on Monday, March 23, 2026. Vendors may obtain RFP documents by downloading from the Central Bidding website at www.centralbidding.com for $49.99 or from the JPSD website at www.jackson.k12.ms.us at no cost. Vendors must register with Central Bidding to electronically upload proposals, and hand-delivered proposals are also accepted at the Business Services Office prior to the opening deadline.

The RFP documentation does not specify particular set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or restrictions on vendor eligibility based on organizational type, meaning the procurement appears open to all qualified vendors. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing technology infrastructure requirements are identified in the available procurement materials. The Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject all proposals, waive informalities, and withhold acceptance of any RFP if approved within forty-five calendar days from the opening date. Vendors will be notified of board review status and potential award decisions following the bid opening. The specific award value or budget range for this contract has not been disclosed in the posted materials. For payment processing, successful vendors should direct invoices to Michele Mays (mmays@jackson.k12.ms.us) or Tequia Odom (todom@jackson.k12.ms.us), and proof of publications should be mailed to JPSD attention to these same individuals.