Notice of Intent to Sole Source – Horry County Schools

Horry County Schools is seeking to procure the proprietary DSF Word Origins™ curriculum—including teacher manuals, student workbooks, and printed morpheme tiles—directly from Ventris Learning as the sole authorized distributor. The curriculum supports the district’s literacy initiatives, aligns with LETRS and state ELA standards, and is required for grades 3 and above. The anticipated contract value will not exceed $75,000 and the work is expected to be completed within a one‑year period. • Scope: Purchase of printed instructional materials and teacher resources for the DSF Word Origins™ program. • Reason for sole source: The curriculum is copyrighted and exclusively distributed by Ventris Learning; no alternative source exists. • Budget: Up to $75,000, funded for FY 2026‑2027. • Timeline: Notice posted September 30 2026; contract execution anticipated within the next year.