Public Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract

Eugene School District 4J is issuing a public notice of intent to award a sole source contract to Lane Arts Council for providing comprehensive arts and creative learning opportunities across the district's schools. The contract will encompass hands-on visual, performing, media, and literary arts programs specifically targeting elementary schools, with an additional component involving 43 district students from 11 middle and high schools participating in the Design Arts Apprenticeship program. The procurement is being conducted under ORS 279B.075(2)(d), which allows for sole source contracting when goods or services are available from only one source. Lane Arts Council has been determined to be the sole local entity capable of delivering the desired artistic learning experiences. The contract opportunity was posted on September 14, 2023, with an immediate due date, indicating an expedited procurement process. The district seeks to leverage multiple funding sources for this initiative, including ESSER funds, Title IBV grants, and support from the Eugene Rotary Club.

This sole source contract appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation beyond the predetermined selection of Lane Arts Council. The estimated contract value is $185,000, which will fund the comprehensive arts programming across multiple school levels. No incumbent vendor information is provided beyond Lane Arts Council being identified as the exclusive provider. The procurement does not indicate any specific technology integration requirements or infrastructure considerations. Funding will be drawn from a combination of federal emergency relief funds (ESSER), Title IBV grants, and local philanthropic support from the Eugene Rotary Club. The contract aims to ensure continuous arts education and creative opportunities for students across the Eugene School District 4J, with a focus on providing diverse artistic learning experiences that complement standard academic curriculum.