Opportunity
Forecast of ED Contract Opportunities #FY26-AP-4061
National Study of Special Education Spending – Research and Evaluation Services Sought
Buyer
Institute of Education Sciences
Posted
May 21, 2026
Identifier
FY26-AP-4061
NAICS
541720
The U.S. Department of Education's Institute of Education Sciences (IES) is seeking research and evaluation services for a national study of special education spending. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Education (ED) - Institute of Education Sciences (IES) - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development services focused on evaluating programs and strategies for students with disabilities - National study of special education spending - No specific products, part numbers, or OEMs are identified - Notable Requirements: - Expertise in large-scale national studies and evaluation of educational programs - Ability to analyze and report on special education spending at a national level - Estimated contract value: $10 million to $20 million - NAICS code: 541720 (Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities)
Description
This contract opportunity is for a new research and development project focused on evaluating programs and strategies to improve outcomes for students with disabilities. The project involves a national study of special education spending. The contract is estimated to be valued between $10 million and $20 million. The type of competition and incumbent contractor are to be determined. The target award quarter is Q3.