Opportunity
SAM #140A2326Q0157
BIE Solicitation for K-12 English Language Proficiency Assessment Solution and Services
Buyer
Ieao
Posted
July 31, 2026
Respond By
August 11, 2026
Identifier
140A2326Q0157
NAICS
611710
This opportunity is for a comprehensive English Language Proficiency (ELP) assessment solution for the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), under the U.S. Department of the Interior: - Government Buyer: - Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), Division of Acquisitions, U.S. Department of the Interior - Chief Academic Officer and Office of Acquisition and Property Management are also involved - Products and Services Requested: - ELP assessments for K-12 students, including standard and alternate assessments for students with significant cognitive disabilities - ELP screeners for English Learners, delivered in both online and paper formats - Secure student registration portal integrated with BIE's NASIS system - Training services (virtual and onsite), including up to 10 onsite sessions and weekly web-based sessions - Scoring and reporting services, with parent-friendly reports and data integration - Four-tier helpdesk support across multiple time zones - Project management services for contract oversight - Optional services: interim assessments, interactive dashboards, research deliverables - Travel-related training (onsite and virtual), cost reimbursable per Federal Travel Regulations - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with federal privacy, security, and accessibility standards (FERPA, COPPA, FISMA, Section 508) - Experience with SaaS/platform services for Indigenous communities and data migration - Indian Preference hiring practices and background clearances for key personnel - Contractor accountability for information security, privacy, and records management - Contract Structure: - Base year plus four 12-month option years (total 60 months) - Firm fixed price for services; travel is cost reimbursable - Optional services and travel exercised upon approval - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation or attachments - Potential Competitors: - Leading ELP assessment providers and EdTech companies with K-12 SaaS platforms and experience in large-scale assessment delivery
Description
ELP Assessments, CAO