Dual Enrollment
ID: HE125425RFI0002Type: 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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    The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is seeking information from potential contractors to support the establishment of a dual enrollment program for its approximately 13,000 high school students worldwide. The objective is to partner with post-secondary institutions to award college credit for DoDEA coursework and facilitate course offerings that enhance college and career exploration, particularly for military-connected students across various geographical locations and time zones. This initiative underscores DoDEA's commitment to improving educational opportunities for military families and ensuring access to high-quality education. Interested parties are invited to submit their responses by February 14, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST, and should direct inquiries to Andrew Johnston or Alim Koroma via their provided email addresses.

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    The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) issues a Request for Information (RFI) regarding dual enrollment opportunities for its approximately 13,000 high school students worldwide. The current lack of a systemic dual enrollment program necessitates external partnerships with post-secondary institutions to award college credit for DoDEA coursework and facilitate course offerings for college and career exploration. The RFI aims to gather information from potential partners on their ability to provide dual enrollment credits, processes for collaboration, cost breakdowns, and student support programs. DoDEA is particularly interested in how these partnerships could adapt to serve military-connected students across multiple geographical locations and time zones. Respondents are asked to detail their capabilities, related experiences, and any existing agreements with other institutions. The submission deadline for responses is February 14, 2025, and all submissions will become government property. This initiative signals DoDEA’s commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for military families and improving access to a high-quality education.
    The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is seeking information for potential partnerships to establish a dual enrollment program for its 41 high schools serving over 13,000 students globally. Currently, DoDEA lacks a systemic dual enrollment opportunity, as students must individually arrange such scenarios. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather input from educational institutions to develop a comprehensive program that could issue post-secondary credits for DoDEA coursework and enhance college and career exploration. Interested parties should detail their experiences with military-connected families, how they would support DoDEA's educational offerings, and provide specifics on the transferability of credits and potential costs. The RFI includes questions about articulation agreements, the accreditation of programs, and availability of financial support for students. Responses are not to be treated as binding but will assist DoDEA in its planning process. The deadline for submissions is set for February 14, 2025, with further details available via provided communications. This initiative reflects DoDEA’s commitment to improving educational opportunities for military families and ensuring rigorous academic standards across its curriculum.
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