Curriculum resources

Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) #251-26-136 for comprehensive curriculum resources targeting Extended Content Standards for special education students. The procurement seeks a robust curriculum solution covering English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies for K-12 students with moderate to severe disabilities, specifically designed for alternate achievement standard assessments. Required deliverables include leveled reading materials, digital instructional tools, professional development resources, assessment capabilities, and data tracking functionality. The bid requires vendors to provide research-based instructional practices aligned with North Carolina Extended Content Standards, with technical specifications mandating compatibility with Classlink, IMS Global LTI, and Google login authentication methods. Evaluation criteria will weight initial cost at 40%, alignment to needs at 30%, vendor capability at 20%, and service levels at 10%. The public bid opening is scheduled for April 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with an initial one-year contract term and potential for two additional one-year extensions at the district's discretion.

The procurement does not explicitly highlight set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must provide references from deployments serving at least 40,000 students and meet specific technical requirements for supported devices, data retention, and accessibility standards. Insurance requirements include comprehensive general liability, commercial automobile liability, and workers' compensation, with minimum coverage limits specified. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the comprehensive nature of the curriculum resources suggests a significant investment. Technical requirements indicate the need for seamless integration with existing educational technology infrastructure, particularly focusing on rostering and authentication platforms. Vendors will need to demonstrate robust technical capabilities, including support for multiple device types, comprehensive data management, and adherence to accessibility standards to be considered for this contract opportunity.