Quick Quote-WIDA Access for ELLs-Assessment

This contract involves the administration of the ACCESS for ELLs and Alternate Access for ELLs assessments within Alabama public schools, starting from the 2025-2026 academic year. The software program is designed to evaluate the progress of English Language Learners (ELLs) based on proficiency levels and to provide assessments for students with significant cognitive disabilities who are unable to participate meaningfully in standard assessments. The assessments will serve as evaluation measures and must be accessible to both the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) and local education agencies, ensuring compliance with all federal requirements related to educational assessments and accommodations. The contract, with a value estimated between $500,000 and $2,000,000, is a solicitation issued by the Alabama State Department of Education. The response deadline is October 12, 2025, and the solicitation was posted on October 8, 2025. The initiative emphasizes the integration of software assessments that support equitable evaluation of student progress, aligning with federal standards and state educational policies. The project aims to enhance the assessment capabilities for ELL students across Alabama’s public schools, ensuring accurate measurement of language proficiency and accommodating students with disabilities.