Web-based K-12 Reading Intervention For Students with Documented Reading Disabilities
ID: HE1254RFI0004Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF DEFENSE EDUCATION ACTIVITY (DODEA)DOD EDUCATION ACTIVITYALEXANDRIA, VA, 22350-1400, USA

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1ce4a455fd9540c5adb9733e27124e8b/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 24, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 24, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 3, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is seeking information from contractors to provide a web-based reading intervention program for K-12 students with documented reading disabilities. The program is intended to supplement the existing CORE curriculum and must include professional learning and technical support, addressing the needs of approximately 3,200 special education students across 161 schools internationally. This initiative reflects DoDEA's commitment to enhancing educational outcomes for students with disabilities, requiring solutions that incorporate evidence-based strategies, digital accessibility, and comprehensive data tracking capabilities. Interested parties are encouraged to respond to the Request for Information (RFI) by April 3, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST, and can direct inquiries to Jamie K. Formosa at jamie.formosa@dodea.edu or Alim Koroma at Alim.Koroma@dodea.edu.

Point(s) of Contact
Jamie K. Formosa
jamie.formosa@dodea.edu
Alim Koroma
Alim.Koroma@dodea.edu
Files
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25RFI0004_RFI-K-12 Reading Intervention-v2.pdf
Mar 24, 2025, 6:06 PM UTC
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is seeking information from contractors to provide a web-based reading intervention program for K-12 students with documented reading disabilities. The program will be supplementary to the existing CORE curriculum and include professional learning and technical support. DoDEA serves about 67,000 students across 161 schools internationally and estimates that 3,200 special education students require reading intervention. The intended contractor must offer a commercially available solution that addresses the five key areas of reading identified by the National Reading Panel, ensuring adaptability for various educational settings. The RFI outlines specific requirements for the intervention program, including evidence-based strategies, digital resources accessible from multiple locations, and comprehensive data tracking capabilities. Furthermore, the proposal must include details on virtual professional learning, supporting teacher resources, and assessment tools to monitor student progress. Compliance with federal cybersecurity and data management standards is mandatory. Interested parties are advised that this RFI is for planning purposes only and are encouraged to respond by April 3, with details regarding capabilities, pricing, and recommendations for the program. This initiative reflects DoDEA's commitment to enhancing educational outcomes for students with disabilities.
25RFI0004_RFI-Non-Binding Price Estimate-v2.xlsx
Mar 24, 2025, 6:06 PM UTC
The document presents a non-binding price estimate for a web-based K-12 reading intervention program, outlining costs for two base years. Currently, the total estimated cost is presented as $0.00, indicating that this estimate may be in the initial stages or that further detailed pricing has not yet been established. The document appears to be part of a request for proposals (RFP) process in the education sector, likely aimed at seeking vendors to provide reading intervention solutions for K-12 students. The structure of the file includes sections for the title, company name, date, and estimated costs, reflecting a standard format for RFPs or grant proposals. Overall, the document indicates an intent to assess potential solutions for improving reading skills among students while highlighting the fiscal consideration involved in such educational initiatives.
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