Description
The Nebraska Department of Education is issuing an RFI to collect information from providers of professional‑learning and material‑implementation services that align with evidence‑based, Science‑of‑Reading practices. Responses will be used to compile an approved‑provider list for the Comprehensive Literacy State Development (CLSD) Grant, Appendix D. Providers must demonstrate that their offerings cover the six core reading components, include interactive and assessment‑driven elements, and meet all qualifying criteria in the state‑provided rubric. Submissions consist of completed Forms A, B, C and supporting documentation, with any proprietary information sealed separately. The RFI opens for electronic upload on 14 July 2026, with the final submission deadline on 16 July 2026; questions are due by 30 June 2026. The finalized provider list will be published 11 August 2026.
• Scope: Evidence‑based professional‑learning (Science‑of‑Reading) for Pre‑K‑Grade 3 (optional for grades 4‑12).
• Requirements: Complete rubric (max 42 points), meet six qualifying criteria, submit Forms A‑C, and optionally include proprietary material.
• Timeline: Questions due 30 Jun 2026 → RFI open 14 Jul 2026 → Submission deadline 16 Jul 2026 → Evaluation 16‑28 Jul 2026 → Provider list published 11 Aug 2026.