# Des Moines Public Schools Procureware #RFP1273-A

High School World History Curriculum Procurement for Des Moines Independent Community School District

**Posted:** September 25, 2026
**Respond By:** October 23, 2026
**Identifier:** RFP1273-A
**NAICS:** 611710

Des Moines Independent Community School District is seeking proposals for a comprehensive High School World History curriculum.
- Government Buyer:
  - Des Moines Independent Community School District (DMPS)
- Products/Services Requested:
  - High School World History curriculum for approximately 2,000 students and 30 teachers
  - Digital interactive platform with student features
  - Online teacher resources and guides
  - Built-in assessments
  - Support for multilingual learners and students with IEPs
  - Differentiation strategies and extension activities for advanced learners
  - Professional learning and ongoing support for teachers
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Curriculum must be aligned with new Iowa social studies content standards
  - Must emphasize inquiry, literacy, historical thinking, and rigorous content
  - Digital materials and resources required for evaluation
  - Exclusion of materials not aligned with local, state, or federal standards
  - Estimated budget is $200,000
- No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation
- Contract term is one year, with up to four additional one-year renewals possible

### Description

The Des Moines Independent Community School District (DMPS) is seeking proposals for a high-quality High School World History curriculum that aligns with new Iowa social studies content standards. The curriculum should focus on inquiry, literacy, historical thinking, and required content, providing rigorous and enriching experiences for students. The scope includes a digital curriculum platform with interactive student features, online teacher resources, built-in assessments, support for multilingual learners and special education, differentiation strategies, professional learning, and ongoing support. The contract term is one year with the possibility of four one-year renewals, and the budget for the High School World History curriculum is $200,000.

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