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Regional Educational Laboratory Program: 2027 – 2031 Cycle

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91990026R0015Federal

Submission Closed09/18/2026, 02:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

The U.S. Department of Education is soliciting proposals for the Regional Educational Laboratory (REL) Program for the 2027–2031 cycle under solicitation 91990026R0015. This unrestricted IDIQ contract, falling under NAICS 541611 for Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services, aims to award up to ten contracts, one for each REL region. The overall period of performance spans from January 3, 2027, to January 2, 2032, with a total 60-month ordering period. The Department intends to award the first task order at the time of the IDIQ award, covering the period from January 3, 2027, to January 2, 2028. The total maximum contract ceiling across all regions is 254,915,000 dollars, with an estimated 50,983,000 dollars allocated for the first task order. The program focuses on supporting education stakeholders in using data and evidence, such as State Longitudinal Data Systems, to improve student outcomes. Key responsibilities include conducting applied research, providing technical coaching, and disseminating scientifically valid research, with a requirement that 25 percent of funds support rural areas. Awards will be based on the highest technically rated offeror with a fair and reasonable price, evaluated through a confidence rating system across four factors: offeror capabilities, technical approach, past performance, and price. A 10 percent price preference is available for HUBZone small business concerns. The procurement follows a phased submission process. Phase I quotes are due September 18, 2026, followed by an advisory down-select on October 2, 2026. Phase II proposals and the REL Budget Workbook are due around October 30, 2026, with a final award date of December 31, 2026. Proposals must adhere to strict page limits, including a 10-page limit for offeror capabilities and a 60-page limit for the technical volume. Performance is monitored via a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan, requiring deliverables to meet IES quality standards for rigor and relevance, as well as 508 compliance for all products.

General Info

US Department of Education REL Program IDIQ for ten regions, ceiling 254,915,000 dollars.

Agency

Department Of Education → Institute Of Education Sciences

NAICS

541611 - Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services

Place of Performance

DC, 20202, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

91990026R0015 - Regional Educational Laboratory (REL) Program

rfp

High

91990026R0015 - Regional Educational Laboratory (REL) Program

rfp

High

Attachment 1 REL Budget Workbook

specifications

High

Regional Educational Laboratories Cycle 2027-2031 QASP

qasp

High

Regional Educational Laboratory Program 2027-2031 PWS

sow

High

REL 2027-2031 Cycle Task Order 001 PWS

sow

High

Task 4 and Task 5 Concept Paper Instructions

sow

High

RFP 91990026R0015 Attachment 6 - Past Performance Questionnaire

past-performance

Low

AI Contract Breakdown

Uniform Contract Format

Timeline

1 update

PhaseClosed

PostedSep 10

Combined Synopsis

Notice updatedSep 14

The notice description changed.

Response DeadlineSep 18

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

09/18/2026, 02:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Education → Institute Of Education Sciences

Contacts2 people available

OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20202, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Education → Institute Of Education Sciences

Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20202, USA

Contacts

Katie Opper

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Jana Knapp

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Full Description

09/14/2026 - A revised version of the SF1449 has been posted. The only changes are as follows:

1. Instructionss to Offerors - Proposal Submission Requirements #7, Phase 1 Submission Page Maximum table - Change Cover page to Title Page

2. Instructionss to Offerors - Proposal Submission Requirements #8 - Clarify font size and spacing for tables and graphics

3. Instructionss to Offerors - Phase 1 - Correct language from Cover letter/Cover page to Title Page

End of Changes.

The U.S. Department of Education (Department) is issuing this Request for Proposal (RFP). The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 541611, Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services support. The size standard is $24.5M. The Department intends to award up to ten (10) IDIQ awards as a result of this RFP, one per REL Region. The period of performance for the IDIQ will consist of a 60-month ordering period. The Department intends on awarding the first task order (Task Order #001) at the time of IDIQ award. The period of performance for Task Order #001 will be from 01/03/2027 to 01/02/2028 and is subject to availability of funds.

A notional schedule for this procurement is below:

Phase I Quotes Due: 09/18/2026
Notification of Advisory Down Select: On or around 10/02/2026
Phase II Questions Due: On or around 10/09/2026
Phase II Proposals Due: On or around 10/30/2026
Award: 12/31/2026

The document titled "91990026R0015 SF1449 Final" contains the full Instructions to Offerors and all other required documentation.