25CISRH2 | Investigating History Grades 3-4 Pilot and Pilot Support

The contract issued by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education aims to engage a vendor with extensive expertise in history and social science instruction, specifically to develop and deliver a comprehensive, yearlong professional learning course for teachers piloting the Investigating History curriculum for Grades 3-4. The project emphasizes curriculum-based training, with the vendor responsible for designing and facilitating the professional development program to support effective implementation of the new curriculum. The contract is valued between $50,000 and $150,000 and is covered under the World Trade Organization (WTO) procurement rules, indicating an international competitive bidding process. The response deadline is August 5, 2024, and interested vendors can contact the primary point of contact via email or phone for further details. The procurement process is governed by a set of standardized Commonwealth Terms and Conditions, which outline contractual provisions such as payment mechanisms, confidentiality, record-keeping, and performance obligations. Additionally, the contract requires compliance with Massachusetts’ supplier diversity initiatives, mandating a minimum 1% spend with certified diverse businesses, and adherence to the state's information security and procurement policies. Bidders must submit a detailed Supplier Diversity Plan and complete relevant forms, including authorized signatory listings, to demonstrate their capacity to meet contractual and diversity requirements. The overarching goal is to ensure that the vendor not only delivers high-quality curriculum development and facilitation but also aligns with state policies on diversity, security, and procurement transparency.