Description
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) seeks a single vendor to continue the development, administration, and reporting of the NYSTCE testing program for a five‑year term. The contractor will maintain and enhance existing teacher‑certification assessments, create new test items, manage a statewide computer‑based testing network, provide secure online‑proctoring, handle scoring and reporting, and deliver candidate support and preparation materials. The award will be based on a 70 % technical and 30 % cost score, with a submission deadline of March 24 2026.
• Continue development, revision, and maintenance of all NYSTCE component exams (teacher, teaching‑assistant, counselor, leader, BEA, CQST, NYSTCE Flex, etc.).
• Operate a minimum of 50 CBT centers plus remote‑proctoring services, ensuring security, accessibility, and compliance with state/federal regulations.
• Provide comprehensive reporting, data‑management, Title II compliance, and annual fee‑voucher distribution; submit bi‑weekly progress reports and quarterly performance reviews.
• Manage a full‑time, PMP‑certified Program Manager and meet subcontracting limits (≤ 30 % of budget).
• Submit detailed technical and cost proposals electronically; M/WBE documentation is optional at the proposal stage.
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Contact
Courtney Graham(Program Matters)