Lunar New Year Programming For K-12

The Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA) is conducting a competitive solicitation to procure comprehensive Lunar New Year educational programming for kindergarten through twelfth-grade students across the state. The procurement seeks vendors to develop a complete scope and sequence of educational activities that explicitly align with Washington State's social studies curriculum, covering different grade level bands including K-5, 6-8, and 9-12. Required deliverables include web-based educational programs, teacher training materials, program outlines, content transcripts, and final educational products that educate students about Lunar New Year history, cultural practices, and celebrations across diverse cultural contexts. Vendor qualifications include proven experience in developing K-12 educational programs, web-based programming, knowledge of the Asian American community in Washington State, and either three years of experience in AA-NH/PI educational programming or a relevant degree. The solicitation was posted on April 15, 2025, with proposals due by June 1, 2025, and requires vendors to demonstrate comprehensive programming that dispels cultural stereotypes and recognizes diverse Asian American experiences. Evaluation will likely focus on curriculum alignment, educational comprehensiveness, cultural authenticity, and potential for engaging students across different grade levels.

While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly detailed in the documentation, the contract appears designed to support educational programming about Asian American cultural experiences with potential preference for vendors with demonstrated expertise in AA-NH/PI educational content. No incumbent vendors were identified in the provided materials. The solicitation does not specify a fixed budget range, though the comprehensive nature of the programming suggests a substantial investment in curriculum development. The contract term is specified as twelve months, with specific milestone deliverables required at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months after contract execution. Insurance requirements include commercial general liability, workers' compensation, and other standard coverage types with minimum coverage amounts specified. The procurement is directly connected to House Bill 2209, which designates Lunar New Year as a day of recognition and tasks CAPAA with creating programming and resources for celebrating Asian American culture. Potential vendors should be prepared to provide detailed programming that meets both educational standards and cultural sensitivity requirements.