DOE_Georgia Alternate Assessment (GAA) 2.0.

The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) is soliciting proposals under solicitation number 41400-eRFP-001976-2027 to secure a qualified supplier for the maintenance and support of the Georgia Alternate Assessment (GAA) 2.0. Beginning with the 2027–2028 school year, the selected supplier will be responsible for the comprehensive design, development, administration, scoring, reporting, and psychometric activities of the assessment system. Key deliverables include the construction of core test forms, annual task bank analysis, the production of braille versions, and the creation of technical documentation to support federal peer reviews. All work must adhere to Universal Design principles, QTI specifications, and the most recent Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing. The procurement process requires suppliers to demonstrate corporate capability through three recent state assessment projects and provide evidence of financial stability via a Dunn and Bradstreet report. Evaluation will focus on the technical approach to psychometrics, customer service plans, and the qualifications of a full-time Senior Project Manager. Strict security requirements are in place, mandating that all confidential data be stored within the continental United States in compliance with FERPA and cybersecurity best practices. Interested suppliers must submit their responses through the GA@WORK Marketplace by December 4, 2026, including mandatory tax compliance forms, non-collusion certifications, and a performance bond agreement. Reciprocal preference will be granted to suppliers domiciled in the State of Georgia.