25CISNS1 | OpenSciEd Elementary Field Test Coordinator

The contract involves the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education seeking a vendor to provide coordination and technical assistance for the second year of the OpenSciEd Field Test program, targeting Massachusetts educators. The scope covers activities from program approval through September 30, 2025, ensuring effective implementation and support for the open science education initiative. The procurement is conducted under the World Trade Organization (WTO) guidelines, indicating a competitive and transparent bidding process. The solicitation, identified as 25CISNS1 with the number BD-24-1026-DOE02-DOE01-102066, was posted on April 25, 2024, with a response deadline of June 4, 2024. The contract falls under the NAICS code 611710, which pertains to educational support services, and is managed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, a State-Led Education Department (SLED) organization. Supporting documentation emphasizes compliance with state procurement policies, including the Commonwealth’s standard contract forms, terms and conditions, and specific requirements for supplier diversity, intellectual property rights, and information security. Bidders are required to submit detailed responses, including a Supplier Diversity Program Plan demonstrating a minimum 1% spending commitment with certified diverse businesses, and must adhere to the Commonwealth’s procurement regulations, including registration through COMMBUYS and compliance with the Small Business Purchasing Program and other state policies. The contract aims to ensure that the selected vendor provides comprehensive support for the open science education field testing, fostering equitable participation and adherence to legal, security, and diversity standards throughout the program duration.