RFP reading program

The Reynolds School District #7 in Multnomah County, Oregon, has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for an evidence-based reading program targeting grades K-8, covering approximately 5,000-6,000 elementary students and 3,200 secondary students. The district seeks a comprehensive reading program that includes instructional content, professional development for educators, and implementation tools aligned with the "science of reading" methodology. Proposers must provide a web-based solution that can integrate with the district's Clever platform and complement existing HMH Into Reading and Into Literature programs. The RFP requires vendors to submit proposals demonstrating proven implementation history, a professional development plan, adaptive training capabilities, and responsive customer service. Proposal submissions are due by 2:00 PM Pacific Time on August 11, 2023, with a public proposal opening scheduled for August 14, 2023. The initial contract term will run from September 1, 2023, to August 31, 2024, with options to renew for two additional one-year terms. Evaluation criteria will be based on a 70-point system, assessing qualifications, organizational structure, financial capacity, certified business participation, experience, implementation timeline, past performance, key staff, technical specifications, software support, and pricing.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Lexia Learning Systems LLC has been identified as the top-ranked proposer and is currently in contract negotiations, suggesting they may be the incumbent vendor. The district has not specified a fixed budget for the 2023-2024 school year and remains open to proposals across different pricing structures. The procurement requires a comprehensive K-8 reading program solution and will not consider partial grade band proposals or solutions for pre-K or high school levels. Vendors must demonstrate the ability to fully support the entire K-8 grade range with a single, integrated solution. The district will prioritize proposals that offer robust training, certification options, and seamless technological integration. While no specific contract value is mentioned, the scope suggests a potentially significant investment in educational technology and instructional resources for the district's reading curriculum.