Mathematics Professional Learning Partner: Formative Assessment Systems and Content Knowledge

The Maryland State Department of Education is seeking a qualified partner to develop and deliver high-quality, standards-based professional learning for mathematics educators, aligned with the recently adopted Maryland PreK-12 Mathematics Policy. The project focuses on enhancing educators' understanding and application of formative assessment systems, content frameworks, and learning progressions in key mathematical areas such as additive reasoning, multiplicative reasoning, and fractions. The selected vendor will collaborate closely with MSDE and local education agencies to design and facilitate seven multi-day in-person workshops scheduled between June and September 2025 at various sites across Maryland. These workshops aim to deepen teachers' conceptual understanding and procedural fluency, enabling them to analyze student work effectively and make informed instructional decisions to improve student achievement in mathematics. The contract, with an estimated value ranging from $500,000 to $1,500,000, emphasizes comprehensive planning, participant engagement, and feedback collection to refine professional development offerings. The vendor will be responsible for providing trained staff, developing access to an item bank for ongoing classroom application, and ensuring compliance with applicable standards, including accessibility requirements mandated by federal and state regulations. Bidders are required to submit their proposals electronically by June 6, 2025, including detailed cost breakdowns, qualifications, and certifications, with the understanding that all costs must be inclusive of travel and related expenses. The contract aims to strengthen mathematics instruction statewide by equipping educators with research-based strategies and tools aligned with Maryland’s educational policies.