Inclusive Instructional Material Development

The Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) is seeking qualified consultants to participate in a project focused on developing openly licensed instructional materials aligned with Washington state learning standards. The primary goal is to create educational resources that enhance student understanding of the histories, contributions, and perspectives of one or more historically marginalized and underrepresented groups. This initiative aims to promote inclusivity and diversity within educational content, ensuring that instructional materials reflect a broader range of experiences and histories. The solicitation, titled "Inclusive Instructional Material Development," is identified as RFP No. 2025-08 and was posted on September 26, 2024, with a response deadline of November 1, 2024. The project is estimated to have a contract value ranging from $500,000 to $2,000,000. It is managed by the Washington State Department of Education, with Kyla Moore serving as the primary contact. The contract emphasizes the development of educational resources that support equitable learning environments and aligns with the state's educational standards, aiming to foster a more inclusive and representative curriculum across Washington’s public schools.