RFP-05A-202606107 | Statewide Reading & Mathematics Assessment Grades 3-8, HS

The State of Maine Department of Education is soliciting proposals under RFP-05A-202606107 for a provider to implement a statewide reading and mathematics assessment system for students in grades 3 through 8 and high school. The project requires a balanced assessment system featuring interim and summative components, with three annual administrations occurring in the fall, winter, and spring. The selected provider must deliver an online assessment management system, a reporting system, a secure browser, and practice materials in both online and paper formats. All assessments must align with grade-level Common Core State Standards, meet United States Department of Education peer review requirements, and support the state's Every Student Succeeds Act accountability plan. Implementation is scheduled to begin with the fall administration of the 2027-28 school year. The contract will be awarded based on best value using a 100-point scale, requiring bidders to demonstrate experience with at least three large-scale assessment contracts and work with Local Education Agencies. The state anticipates an annual contract value of approximately 5 million dollars, with payment terms set at net 30. Awarded bidders must act as independent contractors and maintain SOC 2 Type II annual audits, as well as comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and State Web Standards. The agreement includes a Service Level Agreement and a Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement. Proposals must be submitted via the Vendor Self Service system by September 9, 2026, and must include a fixed-amount cost proposal.