Description
The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is establishing a Departmental Master Agreement (MA) to pre‑qualify vendors capable of delivering a broad spectrum of educational improvement services—including professional‑learning systems, virtual tutoring, curriculum implementation, SEL, equity, and technology support—across all DESE divisions and partner agencies. Vendors must submit a single “service matrix” covering up to 23 content‑area offerings, provide evidence of effectiveness, a commitment to equity, and meet mandatory Supplier Diversity and Prompt‑Payment Discount requirements. The solicitation operates on a rolling‑enrollment basis, with a priority‑review deadline of 5 PM ET on 18 Mar 2025 and a final submission cut‑off of 29 Dec 2028. The contract runs through 30 Jun 2030, with rates subject to review every two years.
• Broad service categories: professional‑learning, virtual tutoring, curriculum & instructional supports, SEL, equity, technology integration, and system‑wide consulting.
• Submission requirements: one unified service matrix, Attachment C references, Supplier Diversity Program form, Prompt‑Payment Discount form, and detailed organizational/equity narratives.
• Eligibility: Must be on the pre‑qualified list; no guarantee of award; compliance with DESE’s contractual terms, CORI background checks, and IP licensing provisions.
• Timeline: Begin posting 31 Jan 2025; pre‑bid conference 11 Feb 2025; priority review deadline 18 Mar 2025; final bid deadline 29 Dec 2028; contract term ends 30 Jun 2030.