OSSE-SSK12-External Evaluator of 21st Century Programs (V1)

The District of Columbia's Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) is seeking an external evaluator for its 21st Century Programs through a competitive procurement process. This contract opportunity, identified by the code 67bf04d6ff8f845d5607f474, is specifically targeting a comprehensive evaluation service for K-12 educational programs. The selected vendor will be responsible for conducting a thorough external assessment of 21st Century Programs, which likely involves measuring program effectiveness, student outcomes, and implementation quality. Potential respondents should possess advanced research and evaluation skills, with demonstrated expertise in educational program analysis, quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, and experience in K-12 educational assessments. The procurement requires detailed documentation of evaluation methodologies, comprehensive reporting, and potentially ongoing monitoring of program performance. The solicitation was posted on February 25, 2025, with a proposal submission deadline of March 5, 2025, providing potential bidders approximately nine days to prepare and submit their comprehensive proposal.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, the District of Columbia typically encourages participation from local, small, and disadvantaged business enterprises in its procurement processes. Potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate their organizational capacity, relevant past performance in educational program evaluation, and ability to integrate with existing OSSE infrastructure and data systems. The evaluation contract is likely to have a significant budget allocation, reflecting the comprehensive nature of the external review required for 21st Century Programs. Prospective vendors should anticipate potential requirements for detailed credentials, previous evaluation experience in educational settings, and the capability to provide both quantitative and qualitative insights into program effectiveness. While precise budget ranges are not specified, similar educational evaluation contracts in urban jurisdictions often range from $100,000 to $500,000, depending on the scope and complexity of the assessment.