# Birmingham City Schools Bhamcityschools #2026-11

Comprehensive English Language Development Program for Multilingual Learners (K-12)

**Posted:** September 29, 2026
**Respond By:** October 13, 2026
**Identifier:** 2026-11
**NAICS:** 611710

Birmingham City Schools is seeking proposals for a comprehensive English Language Development (ELD) program for multilingual learners in grades K-12.
- Government Buyer:
  - Birmingham City Schools
  - Birmingham Board of Education, Purchasing Department
  - Contact: Edward McMullen
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to all qualified providers of ELD solutions
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Comprehensive ELD program for grades K-12
    - Digital student and teacher licenses
    - Printed instructional materials
    - Benchmark and progress-monitoring assessments
    - Reporting and data analytics tools
    - Professional development (minimum two sessions per year, in-person and virtual)
    - Instructional coaching (minimum two sessions per year per school)
    - Implementation and technical support
    - Full program rollout across 43 schools and the Virtual Academy of Learning Program
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Program must align with WIDA ELD Standards
  - Demonstrated effectiveness in accelerating English language acquisition
  - Professional development and coaching coordinated with BCS ESL and World Languages Department
  - All materials and services must be available before the 2026-2027 school year
  - Contract term is one year, with two one-year renewal options (up to three years total)
  - Compliance with Alabama state immigration law and E-Verify required
  - Evaluation based on quality, suitability, and alignment with district needs, not just price

### Description

This Request for Proposal (RFP) is issued by Birmingham City Schools for the English Language Development Program aimed at Multilingual Learners in grades K-12. The program is intended to be delivered in-person and focuses on supporting multilingual learners across all K-12 grade levels. Proposals must be submitted sealed to the Birmingham Board of Education Purchasing Department by 10:00 AM CDT on October 13, 2026. The Board emphasizes that contracts will not be awarded based on price alone but also on quality and suitability to the Board's needs.

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