K–12 Curriculum Development for Native Ecosystems

A subcontract is being offered to develop a comprehensive K–12 science curriculum centered on Missouri’s native plants, animals, and habitats, ensuring alignment with state educational standards and age-appropriate content for all grade levels. The curriculum must be scientifically accurate, engaging, and designed to foster environmental stewardship by integrating local ecosystems into core science instruction. The project requires expertise in curriculum design, Missouri’s natural history, and standards-based pedagogy, with deliverables expected to support classroom implementation across diverse learning environments. The solicitation was posted on July 16, 2026, with a response deadline of July 23, 2026, and falls under NAICS code 611710, which pertains to other schools and instruction. The contracting entity is the Missouri Division of Purchasing, Procurements, under the PROC OA office, with performance expected to serve statewide educational needs. While no specific deliverables or funding details are included, applicants must demonstrate capacity to create cohesive instructional materials that connect students to Missouri’s unique biodiversity and ecological systems through inquiry-based, standards-aligned learning experiences.