Notice of Intent to Sole Source – 95 Phonics Core Program

This contract is a sole‑source award by Berkeley County School District for the 95 Phonics Core Program, a proprietary, all‑inclusive phonics curriculum designed to close reading gaps. The district has already implemented the program in several schools and seeks to expand its use. Because the program is copyrighted and sold only directly by the vendor, the district justifies sole‑source procurement under South Carolina Code §11‑35‑1560. The contract value is $95,000, covering the curriculum materials, support, and training for the district’s schools. • Sole‑source procurement citing exclusive rights and lack of alternative providers. • Vendor: 95 Percent Group – sole provider of the 95 Phonics Core Program. • Contract amount: $95,000 for curriculum, support, and training services.