Economics Curriculum

Poudre School District R-1 is seeking electronic sealed bids for a comprehensive core Economics curriculum solution that aligns with Colorado Academic Standards. The procurement targets a curriculum to serve 30 teachers across 75 sections, supporting approximately 1,900 students with instructional materials for up to 10 years. Vendors must provide student and teacher editions in both English and Spanish, accompanied by technology and online resources. The district requires comprehensive professional learning opportunities, with a recommended minimum of 50 hours of professional development for educators. Evaluation criteria will focus on cultural responsiveness, instructional materials, online resources, software, training, and professional learning materials, using a 0-2 rating scale. Key proposal submission dates include a question deadline of May 21, 2025, and a final proposal due date of July 14, 2025, with potential vendor presentations anticipated in Fall 2025. The curriculum must demonstrate effectiveness through third-party research, provide differentiated learning tracks, and be compatible with the district's existing technology platforms.

While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the district emphasizes educational equity and seeks a vendor capable of providing curriculum solutions for diverse learner populations, including advanced learners, English language learners, and students with disabilities. The procurement requires vendors to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 per occurrence for Commercial General Liability and $1,000,000 per loss for Technology Errors & Omissions. Although a specific budget range is not detailed, the contract allows for potential implementation through June 30, 2033, or June 30, 2036, suggesting a significant long-term financial commitment. Vendors must provide extensive documentation, including company background, experience with public sector clients, and a technical implementation approach. The district will require detailed pricing for initial purchases, potential enrollment increases, and shipping, indicating flexibility for scaling the curriculum solution over time.