ISAC - Teaching Test Prep for Prepare for Illinois Future Program - Sole Source

The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) is seeking to award a sole source contract to Pearson for Teaching Test Preparation Services for the Prepare for Illinois Future Program. ISAC requires online comprehensive test preparation and professional licensure preparation services from Pearson for the Illinois Licensure Testing Systems (ILTS) for teacher certification in the state of Illinois. The initial contract term is from January 1, 2024 to June 30, 2024, with no renewal options. The estimated value of the initial term is $675,000. Pricing will be based on a voucher system where ISAC will only be invoiced for the number of vouchers redeemed by students at Illinois public four-year institutions to access Pearson's test preparation services. Pearson has offered a 16.5% discount, reducing the per voucher price from $29.99 to $25.00. This sole source is justified as Pearson is the only vendor permitted by the Illinois State Board of Education to administer the ILTS, which is a requirement for obtaining a teaching license in Illinois.

The sole source procurement will be approved unless an interested party submits written comments or requests a public hearing by December 22nd at 4 PM. If a public hearing is requested, the purchasing agency will present testimony justifying the sole source, and any interested party may present testimony for or against the award. After consideration of the testimony, the Chief Procurement Officer may approve the sole source procurement. No other set-aside designations, restrictions, incumbent vendors, or budget ranges are provided in the available information.