SBE-AU43-Summit Instructional Books

The Illinois State Board of Education is requesting quotes for 275 copies each of three professional learning textbooks with quotes due May 27, 2026 and delivery required by June 19, 2026 under SBE-AU43-Summit Instructional Books. Vendors are encouraged to register as a Small Business with the State of Illinois, though this is not a hard set-aside.

The scope covers three specified titles: "Grading for Equity: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How It Can Transform Schools" by Joe Feldman (ISBN-13: 9781071876602), "Street Data" by Shane Safir and Jamila Dugan (ISBN-13: 9781071812716), and "Learning by Doing" by Rebecca and Richard DuFour, Mike Mattos, Thomas Many, and Anthony Muhammad (ISBN-13: 9781960574152). Vendors must submit quotes that include pricing for all requested quantities and titles, estimated delivery timelines, and confirmation of ability to fulfill the large-volume order. Vendors are required to provide company profile documentation and evidence of successfully handling similar large purchases for educational or public-sector clients. Quotes must remain valid for 30 days and must be inclusive of all charges — books, handling fees, and shipping — with no price increases accepted after submission. ISBE reserves the right to award by item or portion thereof.

The contract term runs from execution through June 30, 2026, with no renewal options. Vendors must carry $1,000,000 general commercial liability per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate. Illinois Standard Terms and Conditions apply, including a requirement to maintain records for three years from final payment (or five years if federal funds are used), prevailing wage compliance where applicable, and exclusive state ownership of all work product. Questions should be directed to Ally Bradley at abradley@isbe.net, 217-782-3096, or fax 217-557-5839.