MPA 603 OE Literacy/Dyslexia Endorsement Providers for Professional Learning

The Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) is conducting an Open Enrollment Technical (OET) Master Price Agreement (MPA) solicitation, number OET25005186, seeking qualified providers of Literacy/Dyslexia Endorsement professional learning services. The procurement period runs from February 14, 2025, to January 24, 2026, with an open enrollment structure allowing vendors to submit proposals at any time during this timeframe. Qualified vendors will be added to a statewide vendor list for professional learning services related to Literacy/Dyslexia endorsement, which can be utilized by state agencies, municipalities, legislative and judicial branches, and quasi-governmental organizations. Proposals will be evaluated by a technical evaluation committee based on the vendor's demonstrated ability to provide requested services, with specific project pricing determined through subsequent mini-bid processes. Key qualifications include maintaining appropriate insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 in general liability, $100,000 in workers' compensation, and $1,000,000 in automobile liability insurance.

The solicitation includes specific requirements for Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE) participation, mandating that vendors submit an MBE Participation Acknowledgment Form and an MBE Utilization Plan for each project award. Vendors must register in Ocean State Procures to submit proposals and receive awards, and will be subject to a 1% administrative fee withheld from all invoices. While no specific contract value is explicitly stated, the procurement allows for multiple awards and provides no guarantee of purchasing volume. Political subdivisions including municipalities, higher education institutions, schools, and quasi-public agencies are authorized to participate in the agreement. The Division of Purchases retains the right to renew the open enrollment opportunity annually or cancel it at their discretion, providing flexibility in the procurement process. Vendors will be required to submit quarterly reports detailing invoiced amounts under the Master Price Agreement.