RFP # R27010 English 9-12 Core Curricular Resource Adoption 26-27

Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) is requesting proposals for the adoption of English 9–12 curriculum textbooks and instructional resources for implementation in Fall 2027 under RFP # R27010, with proposals due August 7, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time through the LCPS Electronic Bidding System. The contract term ranges from four to seven years from award, with optional renewal periods of one to five years depending on course.

The scope covers core curricular courses (English 9, 10, 11, 12 at academic and honors levels) and electives (Creative Writing I–III, African American Literature, Journalism I–III, Women's and Gender Studies, Public Speaking I–II, Film Studies). Resources must align with the 2024 Virginia Standards of Learning and support LCPS's deeper learning instructional philosophy emphasizing culturally responsive, student-centered, and authentic learning. Deliverables include physical textbooks, digital resources, interactive digital platforms, universal literacy screening tools, customer and technical support, and gratis digital access for administrators and instructional staff. All digital materials must meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines and integrate via Azure SSO, IMS Global LTI/QTI, Clever, Common Cartridge, or Thin Common Cartridge. Vendors must offer professional learning and development for instructional staff, specifying whether provided gratis or as additional fee-based line items.

Pricing must be presented per-unit basis for print and digital formats with subscription options of one, four, and seven years. Unit prices must remain firm throughout the contract duration and cannot exceed the lowest wholesale price offered anywhere in the United States; LCPS receives price-reduction parity. Contractors must maintain commercial general liability of $2 million, professional liability of $1 million, and cyber liability of $3 million for cloud-based services, with LCPS named as additional insured. Contractors must execute a Data Privacy Agreement and comply with Virginia criminal background verification and debarment certifications. The evaluation includes preliminary content-committee review, technical review, school and community input, a 30-day public review period, and School Board approval. LCPS reserves the right to award multiple contracts and consider resources for courses beyond those specified.