Library Books, Textbooks and Digital Educational Resources

The Austin Independent School District is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to supply library books, textbooks, and digital educational resources that include library cataloging and processing services. These materials must be appropriate for students from Pre-K through 12th grade and will be used in school libraries, classrooms, and professional libraries for teachers, staff, and administration. The goal is to create a pool of vendors who can fulfill these needs in accordance with the specific requirements and specifications outlined in the request for proposals. This solicitation expressly excludes print or cloud-based curriculum programs, instructional materials, test preparation tools, workbooks, state-adopted textbooks, computer software, instructional supplies, and general classroom equipment like audio-visual devices. The contract supports instructional and administrative uses within AISD in Texas. The solicitation was posted on April 16, 2024, and proposals will be accepted through April 2, 2029, under solicitation number 24RFP060.