76--Intent to Sole Source BIE Curriculum
ID: DOIAFBO250001Type: Special Notice
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRSINDIAN EDUCATION ACQUISITION OFFICEAlbuquerque, NM, 87104, USA

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Books Printing (323117)

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BOOKS AND PAMPHLETS (7610)

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https://sam.gov/opp/4eddd277404a4470807108237c7baa6f/view
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    The Bureau of Indian Affairs, specifically the Indian Education Acquisition Office, intends to sole source curriculum materials for Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) schools, as outlined in a special notice. This procurement is guided by a supplemental determination and findings (D&F) to ensure compliance with Public Law 114-95 (Every Student Succeeds Act), emphasizing the need for high-quality educational resources to support schools under BIE's jurisdiction. For fiscal year 2025, BIE anticipates over 115 procurement actions totaling more than $5.5 million, with the D&F remaining effective throughout the fiscal year and subject to annual review. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Mr. William Crowder at william.crowder@bie.edu by the specified deadline.

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    William Crowder
    william.crowder@bie.edu
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    A18_D_F_FY24_Supplemental_D_F_Review_Final_100824_1.pdf
    The Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) is issuing a supplemental determination and findings (D&F) to establish guidelines for procuring school curriculum materials required to comply with Public Law 114-95 (Every Student Succeeds Act or ESSA). The BIE recognizes the ongoing need for high-quality educational resources to support schools under its jurisdiction. The key findings confirm the continued relevance and applicability of the original Class D&F from 2018, allowing for sole sourcing of curriculum materials when specific conditions are met, with an emphasis on maximizing competitive procurement. For the fiscal year 2025, BIE anticipates executing over 115 procurement actions totaling more than $5.5 million under these authorities. This D&F will remain effective throughout FY25 and will undergo an annual review. It serves as the sole public notification for such procurements unless additional legal notifications are mandated. Queries related to this process should be directed to Mr. William Crowder by the specified deadline. The document underscores BIE’s commitment to equitable educational opportunities while adhering to federal procurement regulations.
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