Opportunity
Nebraska Purchasing Bureau #NDERFP260101
Nebraska Department of Education Seeks K-12 English Language Proficiency Assessment Services
Posted
June 26, 2026
Respond By
July 17, 2026
Identifier
NDERFP260101
NAICS
611710
The Nebraska Department of Education, Office of Federal Programs, is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive English Language Proficiency (ELP) Assessment services for K-12 students statewide. - Government Buyer: - Nebraska Department of Education, Office of Federal Programs - Products/Services Requested: - English Language Proficiency (ELP) assessments for K-12 students, covering Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing - Includes online, paper, and braille versions for accessibility - Alternate ELP assessments for students with significant cognitive disabilities - Scoring and reporting services for all assessment types - Test administration and training for school and district staff - Operation of an online testing platform with real-time reporting - Post-implementation maintenance, technical support, and system enhancements - Notable Requirements: - Assessments must be accessible (online, paper, braille) and compatible with various devices - All services must use US-based personnel and comply with federal and state regulations - Contract may last up to five years, with a provision for additional procurement within eighteen months if needed - Price increases after the first year are capped at 5% annually - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Opportunity is open to qualified assessment solution providers with experience in large-scale K-12 language proficiency testing
Description
The Nebraska Department of Education is soliciting proposals for a service contract to provide English Language Proficiency Assessments. The contract term may be up to five years, starting upon execution by both parties. The solicitation allows for the possibility of contracting with multiple vendors and includes provisions for additional procurement if needed within eighteen months of the award. The bid opening is scheduled for July 17, 2026, with written questions due by July 1, 2026.