Opportunity
United Independent School District Ionwave #RFP 2026-008
UISD Solicits TEA-Accredited Vendor for Hybrid Teacher Certification Support Program
Posted
May 04, 2026
Respond By
May 20, 2026
Identifier
RFP 2026-008
NAICS
611710, 611691, 611430
United Independent School District (UISD) in Laredo, Texas is seeking Texas Education Agency (TEA)-accredited vendors to deliver a comprehensive Teacher State Certification Support Program for the 2026-2027 school year. - Government Buyer: - United Independent School District (UISD), Laredo, Texas - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors named; all vendors must be TEA-accredited Educator Preparation Program providers - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive Educator Preparation Program services for teacher state certification - Hybrid (online and in-person) teacher certification and test preparation courses - Personalized instructional support across multiple content areas: - Bilingual (164), Core Subjects (391), ESL (154), PPR (160), Special Education Specialist EC-12, BTLPT (190), STR (293), and adaptability for new tests - Blended learning (synchronous and asynchronous) - Wellness strategies to reduce test anxiety - Google Classroom platform management for materials, feedback, and accountability - Progress reporting and at least three face-to-face sessions per year - All-inclusive, tiered pricing per teacher, itemized by content area, grade, and test type - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Vendors must maintain a minimum 90% passing rate, verified by TEA ASEP data for the past three years - Strict compliance with Texas Administrative Code and UISD insurance standards - Criminal history checks required for all covered employees - Proposals must include technical methodology, performance verification, pricing, implementation timeline, and reporting samples - Option to renew contract for up to two additional years
Description
United Independent School District (UISD) is seeking proposals from TEA-accredited vendors to provide Educator Preparation Programs for teachers seeking state certification. Vendors must maintain a 90% passing rate or better in compliance with Texas Administrative Code (TAC). The district intends to partner with a vendor offering a hybrid of online certification and test prep courses to provide personalized support across all required content areas. This is an all-or-none proposal; vendors must submit a comprehensive proposal meeting all specifications to be eligible for evaluation.