The Literate Brain: Developing Pedagogical Content Knowledge in the Science of Reading & Writing (Grades PK-5)

The Department of Defense Education Activity is seeking a commercial contractor to deliver a research-driven professional learning program called “The Literate Brain: Developing Pedagogical Content Knowledge in the Science of Reading and Writing (Grades PK–5),” aimed at transforming literacy instruction across PK–5 education systems. The program must equip educators, school leaders, instructional specialists, and headquarters subject matter experts with deep, evidence-based knowledge of the Science of Reading and Science of Writing, specifically tailored to the developmental needs of young learners. The initiative is designed to shift current practices away from balanced literacy approaches toward an integrated, neurocognitively grounded framework that aligns classroom instruction with current cognitive science research. All deliverables and performance standards are defined in the attached Performance Work Statement and solicitation documents, which contractors must fully review before submitting responses. The solicitation number is HE125426QE073, with responses due by August 10, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time, and the opportunity falls under NAICS code 611710 for Other Miscellaneous Educational Services. No set-aside is in place, meaning the contract is open to all eligible commercial entities. The contracting office is located in Alexandria, Virginia, and the primary point of contact is Nicole Freid, with Alim Koroma as the secondary contact. Amendment 0001 has been issued to include a Q&A document published on August 4, 2026, though all other terms remain unaltered. Interested parties must submit proposals through the official SAM.gov portal using the provided link and adhere strictly to all submission guidelines outlined in the solicitation.