THE SERVICES ARE UNIQUE BECAUSE THEY ARE COMPONENTS OF A SINGLE, PROPRIETARY PROGRAM SYSTEM OWNED AND ADMINISTERED BY THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE ORGANIZATION. THE PROGRAM FRAMEWORKS…

Santa Fe Public Schools is issuing a notice of intent for a sole-source purchase from the International Baccalaureate Organization in the amount of 50,000 dollars. The intended contract period runs from October 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. This procurement is designated as a sole-source acquisition under NMSA 1978 Section 13-1-126 because the International Baccalaureate Organization maintains proprietary ownership of its program systems, trademarks, and authorization authority. The funding is intended to cover essential program services including curriculum frameworks, professional learning, program authorization, and ongoing support. Because the International Baccalaureate Organization is the only entity capable of conferring official IB World School status and administering its specific evaluation processes, it is identified as the sole vendor. Although this is a notice of intent, the contract is not yet executed, and alternative sources may be submitted within 15 calendar days.