Dual Enrollment

The Department of Defense Education Activity is seeking input from eligible institutions of higher education to inform the development of a potential system-wide dual enrollment program for its global network of high school students, in alignment with Section 2164c of the FY26 NDAA. This sources-sought request, identified as HE125426RFI0005 and classified under NAICS code 611310, is purely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or binding commitment. Institutions are invited to provide details on their models for formal MOUs or MOAs that facilitate concurrent enrollment, with emphasis on academic alignment between high school and college curricula, credit transferability, flexible instruction methods including synchronous and asynchronous delivery, and student support structures. The response deadline has been extended to June 29, 2026, and submissions must be sent via email to the designated points of contact, Andrew Johnston and Alim Koroma. Eligible institutions must hold an active Program Participation Agreement under Section 487 of the Higher Education Act of 1965, with provisional certifications explicitly excluded. The sample MOA template provided aligns with DoDI 4000.19 and outlines key operational provisions including designated points of contact, modification procedures requiring mutual written consent, non-transferability without approval, and termination rights through written notice or mutual agreement. It also includes provisions for dispute resolution through consultation, severability of invalid terms, and clarification that the agreement does not confer rights to third parties or bind non-parties. Financial arrangements for reimbursable agreements are to be detailed in a separate attachment, with billing occurring monthly and payment due within 30 calendar days of invoice receipt. Institutions are expected to describe their ability to support students across multiple countries and time zones, integrate with DOWEA’s learning management systems—Schoology and Google Classroom—and provide clear pathways to associate degrees or certifications. The response must include a one-paragraph institutional overview and a collaboration plan detailing how the institution will work with DOWEA to implement a scalable, standardized program that meets federal regulatory requirements and ensures equitable access for military-connected students worldwide.