Nicole Freid

K-8 World Language App

The Department of Defense Education Activity has issued an award for the K-8 World Language App under solicitation number HE125426DE050. This is a firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract with a maximum not-to-exceed ceiling value of 1,173,120.00 dollars. The contract falls under NAICS code 611710 and will be performed in Alexandria, Virginia. Primary administrative contact for the project is Kevin Cruz, with secondary support provided by Nicole Freid.

Department Of DefenseAlexandria, VA, 22350, USA

NAICS

611710

Educational Support Services

PSC

U009

Education and Training Services

HE125426DE050

Awarded

Awarded13

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.

Department Of DefenseAlexandria, VA, 22311, USA

NAICS

611710

Educational Support Services

PSC

U099

Education and Training Services

HE125426QE073

Awarded

Awarded

K-12 Instructional Resources and Transition Education For Students With Moderate-Severe Cognitive Disabilities

The Department of Defense Education Activity has issued a firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity award for K-12 instructional resources and transition education specifically designed for students with moderate-to-severe cognitive disabilities. This contract, identified by solicitation number HE125426DE032, operates under NAICS code 611710 and is managed by the office located in Alexandria, Virginia. The agreement is structured with a maximum not-to-exceed ceiling amount and was posted on August 12, 2026. There was no set-aside used for this procurement. Primary administrative contact for the award is Nicole Freid, with performance centered in Alexandria, Virginia.

Department Of DefenseAlexandria, VA, 22350, USA

NAICS

611710

Educational Support Services

PSC

U009

Education and Training Services

HE125426DE032

Awarded

Federal11

K-8 World Language App

DoWEA is seeking a comprehensive K-8 world language application that delivers research-based, interactive, and standards-aligned instruction in multiple languages through scaffolded lessons in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The platform must be accessible across multiple devices and integrate advanced tools such as speech-recognition technology to provide students with immediate, personalized feedback on language production. Educators must be equipped with robust planning and reporting functionalities to tailor instruction, track individual and group progress, and identify learning trends. The solution must support a minimum of eleven languages: Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, and Turkish, and fully align with the World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages established by ACTFL and NCSSFL-ACTFL. All content provided through the system is restricted to internal use only, and the application must meet all technical, pedagogical, and compliance requirements outlined in the solicitation. The contract will be awarded to a single vendor under solicitation number HE125426QE064, with proposals due by July 31, 2026, and the awarding agency is the DOD Education Activity based in Alexandria, Virginia, with Kevin Cruz as the primary point of contact.

Department Of DefenseAlexandria, VA, 22350, USA

NAICS

611710

Educational Support Services

PSC

U009

Education and Training Services

Posted Jul 29, 2026

HE125426QE064

Closed

Awarded

K-12 Visual Arts Resource Platform and Professional Learning Platform

The contract is for the development and implementation of a K-12 Visual Arts Resource Platform and Professional Learning Platform under solicitation number HE125426DE029, awarded by the Department of Defense Education Activity. The primary focus is on creating an integrated digital solution to support visual arts education for K-12 students within DOD schools, alongside professional development resources for educators. The NAICS code 611710 indicates this is a category tied to other schools and instruction services, emphasizing educational technology and curriculum support. The award was posted on June 23, 2026, and no specific set-aside is in effect, meaning the opportunity is open to all qualified contractors. The performing organization is based in Alexandria, Virginia, with the primary place of performance located in Iowa, specifically at a zip code of 50461. Primary point of contact is Nicole Freid, reachable via email at nicole.freid@dodea.edu, with Mumbi Mutala serving as the secondary contact with a listed phone number of 571-372-1341. The contract aims to enhance arts education delivery through a scalable digital platform, supporting both student engagement and teacher capacity building across DOD school systems. Further details and the official solicitation can be accessed through the provided SAM.gov link.

Department Of DefenseIA, 50461, USA

NAICS

611710

Educational Support Services

PSC

U009

Education and Training Services

HE125426DE029

Awarded

Federal2

SECONDARY SEAT LICENSES FOR CORE AND ELECTIVE COURSES IN SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS, SOCIAL STUDIES, AND WORLD LANGUAGES

The Department of Defense Education Activity is seeking information through a Request for Information (RFI) to better understand market capabilities for secondary seat licenses covering 29 core and elective courses in science, mathematics, social studies, and world languages. This RFI is strictly for planning and market research purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or a promise to issue a future request for quote. The anticipated period of performance, if a contract follows, would span from March 1, 2027, to February 29, 2032, including a base year and four option years with annual variations in seat license quantities based on projected student enrollments. Respondents must provide detailed information on course availability, alignment with national standards and College Board Course and Exam Descriptions, technical compatibility with DoDEA’s Schoology Learning Management System and ClassLink Single Sign-On, and full compliance with federal requirements including FedRAMP Level 2 security, Section 508 accessibility, and 1EdTech interoperability standards such as LTI and QTI. All digital content must be designed for customization, allowing DoDEA to reorganize lessons, rename components, and adapt materials to local needs while ensuring unrestricted internal use rights transfer to the government. Responses must confirm that the prime contractor will perform at least 51% of the work, address data ownership and intellectual property rights, and certify compliance with federal accessibility and security mandates. The submission deadline is June 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST, and responses must be submitted electronically via email along with an attached Non-Binding Price Estimate Excel spreadsheet. No payment will be provided for RFI responses, and failure to respond will not disqualify a company from future opportunities, which will be posted on SAM.gov if issued. Point of contact for inquiries includes Kevin Cruz and Nicole Freid from DoDEA’s contracting team in Alexandria, Virginia.

Department Of DefenseVA,

NAICS

611310

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools

Posted Jun 4, 2026

HE125426RFI0008

Closed

Federal10

K-12 Instructional Resources and Transition Education for Students with Moderate-Severe Cognitive Disabilities

The U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is seeking a commercial, off-the-shelf digital instructional solution tailored for K-12 students with moderate to severe cognitive disabilities, encompassing instructional resources, transition education, professional learning, and technical support. The solution must be fully digital, align with DoDEA’s College and Career Ready Standards in English language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science, and support the district’s alternate summative assessment. Contractors are expected to recommend optimal grade-level or grade-band pairings for content since no industry standard exists, and all downloadable or printed materials must be for internal government use only. The contract is structured as a Firm Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with a base period from August 31, 2026, to August 30, 2027, and four one-year option periods extending through August 30, 2031, with a total potential duration of five years and a maximum of 11,094 units across all line items. All deliverables must comply with Section 508 accessibility standards, WCAG 2.0 Level AA, SCORM® standards, and NIST SP 800-171 for cybersecurity, with full government ownership of all content and data rights. Proposals must be submitted electronically by May 8, 2026, in four clearly defined volumes: administrative cover letter, technical capabilities (limited to 15 pages), past performance (up to five references), and price information. Technical capabilities is the most critical evaluation factor, evaluated through a two-step pass/fail screening followed by comparative rating of subfactor performance; past performance is secondary, and price is the least weighted. Only offers with acceptable or better ratings in technical capabilities and past performance will be considered for award. The contractor must ensure all personnel accessing DoDEA data are U.S. citizens, complete annual Privacy Act training, and comply with strict data protection protocols. Key personnel, including a designated liaison and alternate, must have at least one year of relevant experience, and changes require ten business days’ advance notice. The contract includes stringent clauses on organizational conflict of interest, safeguarding covered defense information, prohibition of certain foreign procurement, and compliance with System for Award Management (SAM) and Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) invoicing. Deliveries will be accepted at DoDEA’s Alexandria, Virginia, office, and all content must

Department Of DefenseAlexandria, VA, 22350, USA

NAICS

611710

Educational Support Services

PSC

U009

Education and Training Services

Posted Apr 29, 2026

HE125426QE035

Closed

Federal2

AP US History Instructional Resources

Department Of DefenseAlexandria, VA, USA

NAICS

513130

Book Publishers

Posted Apr 15, 2026

sole sourceHE125426QE053

Closed

Federal12

K-12 Visual Arts Resource Platform and Professional Learning Platform

The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is seeking information from interested contractors capable of providing a commercial, off-the-shelf (COTS) visual arts resource platform tailored for K-12 education. The platform should include a comprehensive collection of art-specific instructional materials and offer teacher-specific tools designed to enhance and guide improvement in art education. In addition, DoDEA requires a complementary professional learning platform that delivers differentiated, on-demand educational opportunities focusing on visual arts and pedagogy. This platform should provide a robust library of asynchronous courses, webinars, or digital modules accessible at any time to arts educators, promoting continual improvement in arts education. This Request for Information (RFI) is issued solely for information and planning purposes and is not a solicitation for purchase or a promise of a future contract. Respondents are encouraged to submit concise capability statements, limited to five pages, detailing their qualifications and the features of their platforms, including any accreditations such as from the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). The government will not cover any costs related to preparing or submitting responses. Responses must be submitted by February 17, 2026, and interested parties should monitor the SAM.gov website for potential future Requests for Quotations (RFQs). The office handling this request is located in Alexandria, Virginia, with points of contact provided for further inquiries.

Department Of DefenseVA, 22350, USA

NAICS

611710

Educational Support Services

PSC

U009

Education and Training Services

Posted Apr 15, 2026

HE125426QE018

Closed