26MAOLADG1 | Providers of For-Cost SEI Endorsement Courses

The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has established a Departmental Master Agreement to identify providers capable of delivering Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement trainings. This agreement serves as a framework that school districts can utilize to execute separate contracts with selected providers, with training costs charged directly to educators or districts. The procurement follows a best-value trade-off methodology, evaluating providers based on their technological infrastructure for course delivery, the quality of their learning platforms, English Language Learner (ELL) and RETELL expertise, staff experience with public school districts, and the competitiveness of per-participant costs. Providers must adhere to strict quality and compliance standards, including the use of Department-approved curricula and the employment of instructors who have completed mandatory Training of Trainers sessions. For blended learning, providers must ensure classroom facilities are wheelchair accessible and can accommodate up to 35 participants. The contract mandates rigorous data security compliance with EOTSS policies and Massachusetts privacy laws, as well as mandatory CORI background checks for all personnel interacting with students. Additionally, selected vendors must comply with the Supplier Diversity Program, committing to spend at least 1% of the contract value with certified diverse businesses. All deliverables created under the agreement are the property of the Commonwealth, and electronic records must be maintained for seven years.