Des Moines Public Schools Procureware #RFP1263 Addendum 1

Social Skills Curriculum for Students with Disabilities – Des Moines Public Schools RFP

Des Moines Public Schools (DMPS) is seeking proposals for a comprehensive social skills curriculum for students with disabilities, with a focus on those with significant cognitive disabilities. - Government Buyer: - Des Moines Independent Community School District (DMPS), Iowa - Products/Services Requested: - Evidence-based social skills curriculum materials for students with disabilities (preschool through age 21) - Must cover communication, self-regulation, relationships, self-advocacy, problem-solving, independence, and transition-related skills - Implementation support services for educators and staff - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors mentioned; open to qualified curriculum resource providers - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Curriculum must be accessible to students with diverse needs, including AAC users - Alignment with Iowa Academic Standards and Essential Elements - Real-world application, cultural responsiveness, and family engagement - Robust implementation supports for educators - Compliance with Iowa Code Chapter 22 (public records) - Thorough background checks and insurance coverage required - Estimated pilot budget: $15,000 - Approximately 4,700 students may be considered for use - Contract period: one year, with up to four one-year renewals possible

Description

Des Moines Public Schools (DMPS) is seeking proposals for curriculum materials that support social skills instruction for all students with disabilities, with an emphasis on students with significant cognitive disabilities. The curriculum should be implementable across the full continuum of special education services and serve students from preschool through age 21. The curriculum must demonstrate evidence-based design, comprehensive social skills instruction, accessibility, standards alignment, real-world application, cultural responsiveness, family engagement, and implementation supports. The current budget for a pilot is $15,000, and approximately 4700 students may be considered for use of this curriculum.

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