Internatioal Baccalaureate (IB)

The District of Columbia Public Schools and District of Columbia Public Charter Schools are preparing to solicit services for International Baccalaureate testing for 11th and 12th grade students, with the forecast posted by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education. This initiative aims to support IB program administration by securing a vendor capable of delivering comprehensive testing services, including exam coordination, scoring, and logistical support aligned with IB standards. The effort is targeted at ensuring equitable access to the IB curriculum and assessment for high school students across both traditional and public charter school systems in the District. While no solicitation number or NAICS code has been assigned yet, the posting signals an upcoming procurement process expected to take place in the near future, with the forecast date indicating a planned timeline beginning in 2026. The place of performance and agency details suggest that all services must be delivered within the District of Columbia, serving schools under the jurisdiction of OSSE. No specific set aside or contracting preferences have been indicated, and the contract is anticipated to require compliance with IB global testing protocols, potentially involving secure exam handling, trained proctors, and timely reporting of results to schools and students.