Description
The State Board of Education (ISBE) is awarding a sole‑source contract to The College Board to provide Advanced Placement (AP) test fee reimbursements for qualifying low‑income high‑school students for FY 27. The contract caps at $2.5 million and covers exam administration in May 2027, with districts placing orders in November 2026. The College Board is the exclusive provider of AP exams, making competition impossible. This opportunity is primarily administrative and financial in nature, requiring coordination with school districts, processing of reimbursement invoices, and compliance with state and federal funding rules.
• Scope: Reimburse AP exam fees for low‑income students (minimum $33 per exam, capped at $20 per exam to schools).
• Budget: Up to $2.5 M (historical spend $2‑2.5 M annually).
• Timeline: Need identified July 1 2026 → Orders November 2026 → Exams administered May 2027 → Payments after exams.
• Vendor: The College Board – sole source, holds exclusive rights to AP exams.
• Deliverables: Manage fee‑reduction process, invoice the College Board, ensure funds flow, and report usage.