SAM #HE125426QE049

DoWEA Digital K-1 Reading Intervention and Video Communications I Courseware Procurement

The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) is seeking commercial, 100% digital courseware and reading intervention resources to support K-1 literacy and a Video Communications I course across its global school network. - Government Buyer: - Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA), Office of the Secretary of War (Personnel and Readiness) - Headquarters at 4800 Mark Center Drive, Alexandria, VA - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the attachments; the procurement is open to commercial providers of digital educational resources. - Products/Services Requested: - K-1 Reading Intervention Digital Resources - 100% digital, standards-aligned literacy intervention materials for approximately 11,000 K-1 students and 120 reading specialists in 161 schools - Includes eBooks with audio, videos, fiction/nonfiction content, and digital teacher guides - Digital assessments (diagnostic, formative, benchmark, entry/exit) - Must be compatible with DoWEA's LMS and single sign-on platforms - Must meet accessibility, cybersecurity, and data privacy standards (including FedRAMP Level 2 compliance) - Ongoing technical support and annual content updates required - Video Communications I Courseware - Commercial off-the-shelf, 100% digital courseware for students and teachers - Includes professional learning and technical support - Must be research-based and help students master standards - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All resources must be 100% digital and standards-aligned - Compatibility with DoWEA's learning management and authentication systems - Strict compliance with accessibility, cybersecurity, and privacy standards (FedRAMP Level 2) - Technical support must be available within one business day - Annual privacy verification and ongoing content updates - Global delivery to 161 schools - Estimated Quantities: - K-1 reading resources for approximately 11,000 students and 120 reading specialists - No specific quantities for Video Communications I courseware - Period of Performance: - 12-month base period anticipated, with annual content updates and ongoing support - Digital access to be provided within three business days of order - Place of Performance: - DoWEA Headquarters, 4800 Mark Center Drive, Alexandria, VA - Delivery and support for 161 schools worldwide

Description

Market research was conducted in accordance with FAR Part 10 to identify potential sources capable of providing K-1 digital reading intervention resources. While multiple vendors exist within the marketplace, the current requirement is being fulfilled by Benchmark Education Company, whose resources are fully integrated into DoDEA's instructional framework. Due to the immediate need to maintain continuity of instruction and prevent disruption to ongoing literacy programs, transitioning to alternate vendor at this time would result in operational risk, including delays in service delivery, retraining requirements, and potential impacts to student outcomes. Market research was conducted from December 2025 through February 2026  through review of acquisition history , product literature, SAM. gov, SBA Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS), and consultation with the requiring activity. The research did not identify any small business sources capable of providing the required K-1 Reading Intervention Resources. The incumbent vendor is the only identified source with access to the required materials. A sole source bridge action is recommended to ensure continuity of services while a full and open competition is planned for FY27. Supporting justification documentation will be included in the contract file.

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