27TALJM1 | Advancing Statewide Implementation of the HQIM for NGESL Initiative | RFR

The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, through its Office of Language Acquisition, is seeking a qualified vendor to support the statewide rollout of the High-Quality Instructional Materials for Next Generation English as a Second Language initiative. This effort aims to enhance educational outcomes for English learner students by ensuring educators have access to effective, standards-aligned resources and professional development tools. The vendor will be responsible for coordinating implementation activities across districts, providing expert guidance, facilitating training, and delivering ongoing support to ensure fidelity and sustainability of the initiative. Work will be performed primarily at the agency’s office located at Santilli Highway in Everett, Massachusetts, with statewide engagement required. The solicitation, identified as BD-27-1026-DOE02-DOE01-131584, was posted on July 21, 2026, and responses are due by August 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM. This procurement falls under the World Trade Organization agreement and is managed by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s procurement office. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Deborah Dahl, Purchaser, and all submissions must adhere to the requirements outlined in the official solicitation posted on the CommBuys platform. There is no set-aside designation applicable to this contract, and it is open to qualified vendors nationwide capable of delivering comprehensive, scalable support for language acquisition programs.