Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Curriculum Associates, Inc.

The South Carolina Department of Education, through Richland School District Two, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source procure the Elevation Benchmark platform from Curriculum Associates, Inc. under solicitation number 2025-ISS-007, with a response deadline of May 7, 2026. The acquisition is justified on the grounds of proprietary integration between the existing Elevations & Strategies system and the Elevation Benchmark platform, which provides real-time language proficiency assessment data for Multilingual Learners, replacing annual WIDA ACCESS tests with three benchmark assessments per year. This integration ensures continuity of instructional strategy recommendations and seamless data flow into student profiles, creating a unified interface that supports educator decision-making. The estimated contract value is $73,697, with an optional extension for up to four additional years. The place of performance is within Richland School District Two in Columbia, South Carolina, and the solution will be delivered electronically, with acceptance occurring at the district’s site upon successful operational validation. The procurement follows a non-competitive sole-source process with no competitive evaluation factors, weights, or formal inspection criteria outlined. The contractor is expected to ensure full compatibility with district systems and deliver accurate, automated data reporting without requiring physical shipment or adherence to specific packaging or marking standards. Contract administration details include Maia Williams as the primary point of contact for procurement matters and LaWana Robinson-Lee as the Chief Procurement Officer responsible for receiving protests or communications, though formal designations for COR, COTR, or PCO roles are not specified. No FAR clauses, representations, certifications, or detailed pricing line items are included in the documentation, and no accounting codes, invoicing instructions, or delivery terms are provided. The justification relies on the unique technological alignment between the district’s current system and Curriculum Associates’ platform, making the contractor the only viable source. All relevant documentation is accessible via the OpenGov portal, and submissions must be directed through the designated email or physical address in Columbia, SC.