Web-Based Reading Accommodation Assessment Tool
ID: HE1254RFI0003Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF DEFENSE EDUCATION ACTIVITY (DODEA)DOD EDUCATION ACTIVITYALEXANDRIA, VA, 22350-1400, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/2f10cdb7c8fa45b995053c94438fb266/view
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    The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is seeking information from contractors to develop a web-based reading accommodation assessment tool tailored for K-12 students, including those with special education needs. This commercial, off-the-shelf (COTS) tool will be vendor-hosted and cloud-based, designed to facilitate individual and group screenings of reading passages while measuring the effectiveness of various accommodation methods for approximately 67,000 military dependents across 161 schools globally. The initiative underscores DoDEA's commitment to providing effective assistive technologies for diverse learners, ensuring equitable educational opportunities. Interested contractors must submit their capabilities, training resources, and non-binding pricing estimates by February 28, 2025, and can contact Andrew Johnston at andrew.johnston@dodea.edu or Alim Koroma at Alim.Koroma@dodea.edu for further information.

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    Andrew Johnston
    andrew.johnston@dodea.edu
    Alim Koroma
    Alim.Koroma@dodea.edu
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    25RFI0003_TechnicalRequirements_021025.docx
    The document outlines the technical and privacy requirements that contractors must meet when providing software and cloud services to the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA). It emphasizes compliance with cybersecurity standards, including DoD and FedRAMP Level 2 specifications, and mandates rigorous testing to mitigate security risks. Contractors are required to deliver comprehensive documentation, ensure software compatibility with designated systems, and establish mechanisms for secure data management and integration. Key topics include the obligation to provide minimum technical specifications, a plan for addressing cybersecurity vulnerabilities, and mechanisms for secure data transfer. Additionally, contractors must adhere to privacy regulations, ensuring user accounts do not compromise personally identifiable information (PII) and that all personnel managing DoDEA data are U.S. citizens. Training on DoD Privacy Act requirements is mandatory for contractor personnel. The purpose of this document aligns with federal government RFP processes, ensuring that proposals comprehensively address critical security and privacy measures for educational technology solutions. This structured set of requirements aims to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of DoDEA’s educational resources and sensitive information.
    25RFI0003_uPAR_021025.docx
    The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is seeking information from contractors to develop a commercial, off-the-shelf (COTS) reading accommodation assessment tool tailored for K-12 students, including those with special education needs under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. This vendor-hosted and cloud-based tool should facilitate both individual and group screenings of reading passages and measure the effectiveness of various accommodation methods. The anticipated award aims to support the instructional needs of approximately 67,000 military dependents across 161 schools globally. Interested contractors are invited to provide their capabilities, training resources, and non-binding pricing estimates while ensuring compliance with DoDEA’s security and data privacy standards. The investment reflects DoDEA's commitment to providing effective assistive technologies for diverse learners. Responses to this Request for Information (RFI) are due by February 28, 2025, and will guide the potential overarching solicitation that may follow. The RFI does not guarantee a future contract or associated costs. Ensuring a well-rounded solution to assess reading accommodations is critical for facilitating equitable educational opportunities for all students.
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