OpenSciEd

The New Castle County Department of Finance has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for the procurement of OpenSciEd curriculum materials and services to support science education initiatives across Delaware's school district. This procurement seeks to establish competitive pricing and delivery terms for a comprehensive science curriculum program that includes curriculum modules, instructional materials, and associated professional development services. Bidders must submit pricing on a unit cost basis for both curriculum materials and professional development services as detailed in the bid schedule, with evaluation criteria emphasizing pricing competitiveness, vendor capability, delivery timelines, and alignment with established curriculum standards. Qualified vendors meeting specified vendor requirements and responsiveness criteria are eligible to compete. The ITB was posted on May 22, 2026, though the specific response deadline is referenced within the ITB document itself. Successful vendor selection is contingent upon contract term approval and budget appropriations, with all pricing, terms, and conditions subject to New Castle County procurement policies and regulations, including compliance with local and state requirements for competitive bidding and vendor selection procedures.

The procurement is open to all qualified vendors on a competitive basis, with incumbents or current service providers required to compete on equal footing with new bidders. The ITB document does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions limiting responses to disadvantaged enterprises or other protected categories of organizations. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available procurement materials. The funding for this procurement derives from the New Castle County education budget and state appropriations specifically designated for curriculum development and instructional materials. While the ITB does not disclose a specific award value or budget range in the summary materials provided, the contract represents a significant investment in science curriculum procurement across the county's school district. Interested vendors should consult the complete ITB document for detailed specifications, evaluation criteria, submission instructions, and all applicable deadlines.