23MACISGW2 | Evidence of Curricular Materials' Alignment and Quality

The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has issued a no-cost Master Agreement inviting curriculum publishers to submit information about their products for review by panels of educators. The purpose is to determine the extent to which various sets of curricular materials meet Massachusetts' expectations for teaching and learning, particularly in the areas of K-12 ELA/Literacy, Mathematics, Science and Technology/Engineering, and 9-12 History and Social Science. DESE will prioritize the review of curricula that have been previously archived. Bidders must provide evidence that their curriculum meets minimum qualifications, aligns to Massachusetts learning standards, supports classroom application, and ensures diverse representation and inclusive practices. Submissions will be evaluated based on a scorecard assessing alignment to standards and efficacy in implementation, with a maximum total score of 100 points. Bidders can submit responses at any time while the posting is open through August 31, 2027, with priority deadlines in Fall 2024 and Spring 2025.

This no-cost Master Agreement does not include any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The contract opportunity does not specify any listed incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it provide any details on award values or budget ranges. Massachusetts school districts will be able to acquire materials from prequalified vendors at their own cost at the rates specified in the agreement, while DESE will not have any fiscal responsibility for the acquisition or payment of these district materials.